Scope
Description
TfGM are looking for a partner to provide AS400 hosting and support services.
The chosen supplier must be able to provide both the hosting and the support services required and have the required expertise to manage the TfGM contract to a suitable level.
This will be a 1+1 contract term.
Total value (estimated)
- £180,000 excluding VAT
- £216,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 2 September 2025 to 1 September 2026
- Possible extension to 1 September 2027
- 2 years
Description of possible extension:
The single optional extension year may be taken up if the need for the service continues.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
30 June 2025, 3:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
TfGM are using Pro-Contract / The Chest for the management of this procurement. This is where the tender documents will be held and where suppliers must submit their bids.
The Pro-Contract ref number is DN766989 and this will open at 10am on 30/05/25.
If interested suppliers are not registered already on this e-sourcing portal, we recommend that they do so as soon as possible. Here is the link to register - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
2 September 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60% |
| Price | Price | 40% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Transport for Greater Manchester
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNJQ-2746-NWYT
2 Piccadilly Place
Manchester
M1 3BG
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@tfgm.com
Website: http://www.tfgm.com
Region: UKD33 - Manchester
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government