--- title: "Network - Onboard Wi-Fi, Mobile Connectivity and Station Wi-Fi" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f014" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f014" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f014.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f014.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TRANSPENNINE TRAINS LIMITED" published: "2025-12-05" --- # Network - Onboard Wi-Fi, Mobile Connectivity and Station Wi-Fi Buyer: TRANSPENNINE TRAINS LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f014 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f014) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f014.json) ## Summary TransPennine Trains Limited, a public undertaking based in Manchester, is in the tender stage of procuring connectivity agreements for "Network - Onboard Wi-Fi, Mobile Connectivity and Station Wi-Fi." The tender consists of three active lots focusing on telecommunications, data networks, and internet services, recognised under industry classifications such as networks, telecommunications equipment, and internet services. The procurement method is an open, competitive flexible procedure, inviting business opportunities across the UK in the rail industry sector. Key deadlines include the expression of interest by 16 January 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 12 January 2026, and the award period concluding on 26 June 2026. Contracts under these lots may start from 1 July 2026, with various extension options offered. These contracts offer significant opportunities for growth, particularly for firms specialising in networking and telecommunications. Businesses focusing on mobile devices, internet services, and Wi-Fi solutions will find opportunities to expand their operations, particularly within railway systems. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, especially for the Customer Wi-Fi at Stations lot, which is concentrated across train stations in the North of England and Scotland. With substantial budgets allocated, this tender represents lucrative prospects for companies capable of innovative technological solutions and robust network support, positioning them well to meet TransPennine Trains Limited's operational and customer connectivity needs. ## Notice TPT is seeking to engage the market for connectivity agreements covering the following key areas: On-Train Communications, Network Systems, and Customer Wi-Fi Mobile Connectivity for Staff and Connected Devices Customer Wi-Fi at Stations To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9Z34WZ75XF If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the above url, then please contact the Delta eSourcing Helpdesk on call 0800 923 9236 or email helpdesk@delta-esourcing.com. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=999406691 ### Lot Information On Train Communications, Network systems and Customer Wi-Fi TransPennine Trains Limited seeks to procure the design, development, testing, component supply and support TPT fleet maintainer or manufacturer with on-train installation for connectivity, Onboard Wi-Fi and selected networking and communication systems on its current and a new fleet of trains. Renewal: Extension option for a further period of five (5) years in increments of one (1) year, in any combination. Mobile Connectivity for Staff and Connected Devices TPT provides handheld devices to staff and supports mobile connectivity for various operational systems. The organisation is now seeking a new agreement to cover data, voice, and mobile devices to support staff communications and operational systems. Renewal: Extension option for a further period of two (2) years in increments of one (1) year, in any combination. Customer Wi-Fi at Stations TPT currently manages customer Wi-Fi services across 18 train stations and two maintenance depots located in the North of England and Scotland. A new agreement is required to ensure the continued provision and improvement of Wi-Fi services at these locations. Renewal: Extension option for a further period of two (2) years in increments of one (1) year, in any combination ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080386-2025 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £12,250,000 | | Lots value | £12,250,000 | | 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 | TRANSPENNINE TRAINS LIMITED | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M1 6LT | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work - 48 - Software package and information systems - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 64 - Postal and telecommunications services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 32250000 - Mobile telephones - 32400000 - Networks - 32412100 - Telecommunications network - 32412110 - Internet network - 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies - 32510000 - Wireless telecommunications system - 32522000 - Telecommunications equipment - 32524000 - Telecommunications system - 32582000 - Data carriers - 44316400 - Hardware - 45314000 - Installation of telecommunications equipment - 48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package - 50312300 - Maintenance and repair of data network equipment - 50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment - 50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services - 64200000 - Telecommunications services - 72315100 - Data network support services - 72319000 - Data supply services - 72400000 - Internet services ## Release History - 5 Dec 2025 at 19:05 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080386-2025 - 5 Dec 2025 at 16:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080307-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080386-2025 5th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080307-2025 5th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.delta-esourcing.com - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=999406691 - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9Z34WZ75XF - 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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