TfGM Internet Connectivity (Dedicated Internet Access - DIA) 2024

Transport For Greater Manchester

Published: Oct 6, 2025

Updated: Jun 22, 2026

Source: uk_contracts_finder

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS LIMITED — £235,800

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About This Opportunity

TfGM Internet — services contract awarded in United Kingdom by Transport For Greater Manchester. Awarded to VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS LIMITED (GBP 236K, Jan 2025).

This is a services contract in the information and communication technology and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Network Infrastructure and Telecommunications. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 235,800.

Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the information and communication technology sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

TfGM have a requirement for a sole Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) provider.

High speed, resilient internet connectivity is a key enabler for TfGM's Business plan and Digital First strategy as well as being vital for an efficient mobile workforce. TfGM rely on high speed, geographically dispersed, resilient internet connectivity for all IS business-critical systems. These include safety critical CCTV, Azure & AWS cloud
connectivity, commercial ticketing system backhaul as well as key connectivity for the Bee Network.

TfGM requires provision of the circuits detailed below and a new contract based on 3-year term.

TfGM undertook a competition using the CCS Network Services 3 Framework (RM6116) Lot 1a - Inter Site Connectivity (Wider Area Network) / Data Access Services to find this supplier.. CPV: IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support (72000000). Procedure: Call-off from a framework agreement. Suitable for SMEs

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on October 6, 2025. Last refreshed 3 days ago. Reference: 2024 / 310. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Transport For Greater Manchester

Transport For Greater Manchester has issued 48 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 9 currently open and 33 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Transport & Logistics, Information & Communication Technology, and Governance & Public Administration. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS LIMITED. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Transport For Greater Manchester in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

How much was the contract awarded for?

VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS LIMITED was awarded the contract for £235,800. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 2024 / 310 when communicating with the contracting authority.