--- title: "Access for All -Tranche 5 (AfA T5)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a609" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05a609" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a609.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a609.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER" published: "2026-05-22" --- # Access for All -Tranche 5 (AfA T5) Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a609 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05a609) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a609.json) ## Summary Transport for Greater Manchester has initiated an active tender process titled "Access for All - Tranche 5" (AfA T5), focused on enhancing rail station access across Greater Manchester. This project targets the improvement of stations, including Broadbottom, Hall 'ith Wood, and Moorside, funded by the Department for Transport and the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlements. The competitive flexible procedure is utilised via an open method, encompassing two stages: the refresh of optioneering and outline design, followed by detailed design and construction. Prospective bidders should note the enquiry period ending on 5th August 2026, the tender period closing on 19th August 2026, and the award period concluding by 2nd November 2026. The contract work is anticipated to commence on 13th November 2026 and conclude by 12th November 2029, with a project value ranging between £18.5 to £22.2 million GBP. This tender presents significant business growth potential, especially for companies specialising in construction and transport-related projects. Firms experienced in railway station construction, buildings associated with transport, and lift installation will find this particularly relevant. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the tender underscores suitability for such entities. Businesses that can deliver innovative accessibility solutions, integrate advanced wayfinding systems, or deliver comprehensive construction services stand to benefit from the opportunities presented by the AfA T5 project. Engaging in this contract allows for potential expansion into further enhancements across Greater Manchester's rail infrastructure, aligning with urban transport development and sustainability goals. ## Notice TfGM is looking to establish a contract via the Competitive Flexible Procedure, for the refresh of optioneering (ES3 Option Selection Reports) and completion of outline design (ES4 Form A) - referred to as 'Stage 1' and the completion of detailed design (ES5 Form B) and further, construction (ES6-8) - referred to as "Stage Two" of rail station enhancement projects. These stations will be funded under the Department for Transport's (DfT) and "City Region Sustainable Transport Settlements (CRSTS)". The project involves up to three Access for All solutions for stations within Greater Manchester: Broadbottom, Hall 'ith Wood and Moorside (called AfA T5). The AfA T5 Projects at Hall'ith Wood, Broadbottom and Moorside comprise of a combination of new wayfinding, lifts, footbridges and ramp improvements to ensure step free access from station entrance to platform with all associated enabling works. There is also potential for this requirement to cover similar AfA minor enhancements to other stations. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: Extension of works, goods and service requirements as they arise during scheme delivery. ### Planning Information Market Sounding Questionnaire is available via ProContract DN792694 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047819-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | 27 Apr 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Nov 2026 - 12 Nov 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £18,500,000 | | Lots value | £18,500,000 | | 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 | TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M1 3BG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Piccadilly | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45213300 - Buildings associated with transport - 45213320 - Construction work for buildings relating to railway transport - 45213321 - Railway station construction work - 45230000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork - 45313000 - Lift and escalator installation work ## Release History - 22 May 2026 at 11:53 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047819-2026 - 3 Mar 2026 at 10:04 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018781-2026 - 2 Mar 2026 at 10:40 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018289-2026 - 27 Feb 2026 at 11:22 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017802-2026 - 27 Feb 2026 at 10:52 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017772-2026 - 1 Oct 2025 at 13:48 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061390-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047819-2026 22nd May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018781-2026 3rd March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018289-2026 2nd March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017802-2026 27th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017772-2026 27th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061390-2025 1st October 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com/ - https://tfgm.com - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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