--- title: "Group ERP" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cf39" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06cf39" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06cf39.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06cf39.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER" published: "2026-07-20" --- # Group ERP Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cf39 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06cf39) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06cf39.json) ## Summary Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process focused on replacing its existing SAP ERP system, which is no longer meeting the organisation's evolving needs. The initiative, titled "Group ERP," falls under the services industry category, specifically targeting software package and information systems, as well as software programming and consultancy services. The procurement aims to establish a unified ERP system that enhances service delivery and financial management across multiple partner organisations, including Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service. The market engagement phase is underway, with a scheduled milestone due on 1st October 2026, followed by a future notice set for 1st April 2027. The contract period is planned to start on 1st January 2028 and end on 1st January 2034, with potential extensions up to 2038. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in integrated ERP solutions and consultancy services to partner with TfGM. Given the broad potential scope of the Group ERP, this procurement is ideal for companies adept in modern software solutions and those capable of offering insight-driven consultancy to transform organisational processes. The project is an excellent fit for enterprises that can deliver scalable, customisable systems that promote data harmonisation and streamline operations across diverse governmental bodies in the Greater Manchester area. Supporting the region's largest light rail network and public transport initiatives further positions the successful bidder to contribute towards strategic, sustainable urban mobility solutions. The market engagement process encourages innovative input and comprehensive responses to inform and shape TfGM's strategy, making it a collaborative platform for forward-thinking firms. ## Notice Background Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) delivers the transport policies set by the Greater Manchester Mayor and GMCA and owns Metrolink, the UK's largest light rail network. At TfGM we're working hard to deliver the Bee Network, the Mayor's vision to make travel easier in our dynamic city-region - the UK's largest regional economy outside London with a diverse population of more than 2.8 million people. The Bee Network aims to deliver a single, recognisable iconic bus, Metrolink and active travel brand. TfGM implements the decisions made by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and its TfGM Committee to improve transport services and facilities in Greater Manchester. We co-ordinate public transport and other types of travel - like driving, cycling and walking - throughout the ten district areas of Greater Manchester and we work closely with bus, tram and train operators to help put the customer first and improve the journey experience. By investing in new, modern transport interchanges, smarter travel information and our Bee Network app we're making it easier for residents and visitors to get around on public transport. With our partners at Highways England and the ten local authorities we work to keep our roads safe and ease congestion. Our strategic management of the Key Route Network keeps traffic flowing on some of Greater Manchester's busiest roads. We're also planning for a more sustainable future. Through the Greater Manchester 2040 Transport Strategy and Air Quality Action Plan we aim to make our city-region a cleaner, greener and healthier place to live, work and play in. For more information, visit www.tfgm.com. TfGM has been exploring options to replace its SAP ERP system, which is approaching end-of-life support and no longer aligns with the organisation's changing requirements. This has strengthened the case for considering a more integrated approach to ERP, one that could support both individual organisational priorities and emerging Group-wide ambitions. To understand what a future approach might look like, GMCA, GMFRS, TfGM and strategic partner GMP jointly commissioned a Group & Partner ERP feasibility assessment in late 2025 (collectively referred to as 'Group ERP'). The assessment brought together colleagues from all four organisations and concluded that there is a strong appetite to progress a Group ERP. Taken together, the findings create a compelling environment for moving forward - not simply to modernise existing systems, but to establish a shared digital foundation that supports more consistent processes, harmonised data and clearer insight across the Group, while respecting the distinctive needs, identities and statutory responsibilities of each organisation. Our vision is to establish a unified Group ERP that transforms how we plan, manage, and deliver services - strengthening our financial management, giving clearer visibility and control over what we spend, improving how we support and develop our people, and enhancing collaboration in ways that respect the distinct identities and statutory responsibilities of each organisation. This will enable the Group to create greater value for the communities and places we serve across Greater Manchester. ### Planning Information The market engagement undertaken is intended to support constructive supplier feedback on strategy and other elements of the upcoming procurement, it should not be interpreted as a commitment to proceed with any specific solution, value, vendor, or delivery approach. The information provided does not constitute a formal procurement, nor does it guarantee that respondents will be invited to participate in subsequent stages. Instead, the pack is designed to gather insight, explore feasibility, and help us shape a well-informed path forward. Please note the market engagement deadline may extend beyond the deadline noted. The market engagement for this procurement may involve (but is not limited to): * Product/system Demonstrations * Request for Information * Face to face supplier meetings * Benchmarking * Events We encourage all interested parties to respond to any market engagement requests openly and thoughtfully, as your input will play an important role in refining our requirements and future strategy.  All market engagement documentation will be available via Pro Contract under the DN reference noted above. You can access Pro Contract here: https://procontract.due-north.com/Login With the below reference: DN817489 Interested organisations are required to complete the 'Request for Information', which is designed to obtain information of key interest to TfGM to understand the capabilities of the marketplace. Organisations are invited to respond to all questions, as completely and openly as possible. All information provided by an organisation will be treated as confidential as set out within the document. Word counts/submission limitations are documented within the Request For Information document. If organisations have any questions about this RFI, such questions should be submitted to TfGM via the ProContract messaging facility. The question and response may be circulated to all organisations, with anonymity of the organisation preserved. Suppliers are required to submit their Request For Information responses by close of business (5pm) on Monday 17th August. Any submissions after this time will not be accepted. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068434-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Apr 2027 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2028 - 1 Jan 2034 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | 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 - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services ## Release History - 20 Jul 2026 at 15:50 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068434-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068434-2026 20th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com/Login - 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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