Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
MAG Airport Ltd
Olympic House, Manchester Airport
Manchester
M90 1QX
Contact
Gary Sadler
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKD33 - Manchester
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
https://esourcing.waxdigital.co.uk/MAG/Signin.aspx
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Other activity
Airport Related Activites
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Electronic Flight Progress Strips (EFPS) Systems
Reference number
DGI92 GS
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 48121000 - Air traffic control software package
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
MAG Airport Limited (MAG) is initiating early market engagement to consider options to replace the legacy Electronic Flight Progress Strips (EFPS) System used by Air Traffic Control, with a modern, purpose-built solution that can be utilised across all MAG airports.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKD33 - Manchester
Main site or place of performance
All MAG Airports - MAN, STN & EMA
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
MAG Airport Limited (MAG) is initiating early market engagement to consider options to replace the legacy Electronic Flight Progress Strips (EFPS) System used by Air Traffic Control, with a modern, purpose-built solution that can be utilised across all MAG airports. To achieve this, MAG is seeking input from technology suppliers who offer cutting-edge EFPS solutions. MAG is eager to learn about suppliers' thoughts, insights, and innovative approaches to partnering on this strategic initiative. MAG is seeking solutions that deliver next-generation Integrated Controller Working Positions (ICWP) within a modern and fit-for-purpose air traffic technology environment and integration capability. Our aim is to procure a flexible, modular solution that operates inside our modern, API-first, decoupled architecture.
By participating in this process, you will help MAG gain a better understanding of the current market offerings and capabilities for EFPS and ICWP solutions. MAG will use the information gathered from this process to inform their procurement strategy and decision making. Please note that this process does not constitute a formal tender or invitation to bid, and MAG reserves the right to change or cancel the process at any time. Participation in this process does not guarantee or imply any future contractual relationship between MAG and any supplier. Suppliers who participate in this process will be responsible for their own costs and expenses. MAG will treat all information provided by suppliers as confidential and will not disclose it to any third parties without prior consent. Thank you for your interest in partnering with MAG on this strategic initiative. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
MAG are initially seeking expressions of interest and will issue a Request For Information (RFI) at a later stage to interested parties.
The procurement process will be managed through MAGSource. All bidders interested in
participating in this procurement must self-register via the portal which
can be accessed here: https;//esourcing.waxdigital.co.uk/MAG/Signin.aspx
Once registered, please contact gary.sadler@magairports.com to express an interest and be included in
the event.
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
2 June 2025
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
MAG are initially seeking expressions of interest and will issue a Request For Information (RFI) at a later stage to interested parties.
The procurement process will be managed through MAGSource. All bidders interested in
participating in this procurement must self-register via the portal which
can be accessed here: https;//esourcing.waxdigital.co.uk/MAG/Signin.aspx
Once registered, please contact gary.sadler@magairports.com to express an interest and be included in
the event.