---
title: "Longline Public Address System (LLPA) Renewal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a37d"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MERSEYRAIL ELECTRICS 2002 LIMITED"
published: "2025-09-26"
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# Longline Public Address System (LLPA) Renewal

Buyer: MERSEYRAIL ELECTRICS 2002 LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a37d

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## Summary

Merseyrail Electrics 2002 Limited is seeking to renew the Long-line Public Address (LLPA) system across its network in Liverpool, United Kingdom. This procurement process is in the tender stage, focused on appointing a supplier to replace, upgrade, and enhance the current PA system to meet modern industry standards. The tender is part of the 'goods' procurement category and utilises a selective procurement method under a competitive flexible procedure. Key dates include the expression of interest deadline on 31st October 2025 and the contract award anticipated by 24th July 2026. Potential suppliers are expected to assess and design a contemporary PA system, integrating it seamlessly with existing infrastructure.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in public address systems and audio-visual technology, particularly those experienced in implementing infrastructure within large-scale transportation networks. With an estimated contract value of £1,440,000 and the possibility of renewals, the opportunity is ideal for companies capable of delivering high-quality, reliable, and integrative communication solutions. The two-stage evaluation process, including a Procurement Specific Questionnaire and Invitation to Tender, allows businesses to showcase their technical expertise, project management capabilities, and innovative approaches to enhancing passenger communication systems.

## Notice

Long-line Public Address (LLPA) system for the Merseyrail network. The objective is to replace, upgrade, and enhance the existing PA system to ensure clear and effective communication across all stations and operational areas within the network. The Works include but are not limited to the following aspects: assessing the current PA system across the Merseyrail network, designing a modernised solution, and implementing a renewed system that meets current industry standards and operational requirements. The new system should provide high-quality audio, improved reliability, and seamless integration with Merseyrail's existing communication infrastructure, including passenger information systems and emergency communication channels.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Option to include servicing, planned and unplanned maintenance.

Renewal: 3 x 12 month extensions for optional Service and Maintenance element only.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060273-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 27 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,200,000 |
| Lots value | £1,200,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MERSEYRAIL ELECTRICS 2002 LIMITED |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L1 1JF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Brownlow Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48952000 - Public address systems

## Release History

- 26 Sep 2025 at 15:00 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060273-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060273-2025
  26th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://me-2-procure.org/
- https://me-2-procure.org/MerseyrailElectrics/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=581&Culture=en-GB
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.merseyrail.org/

## Provenance

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