Network Planning, Bus Optimisation and Timetabling Decision Support Software

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Estimated value

£5.0m

services

Awarded value

—

Suppliers

Lots

0 awarded

Published

17 Jun 2026

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Description

As part of the evolution of the Bee Network under Bus Franchising in Greater Manchester, Transport for Greater Manchester have undertaken a comprehensive review of our requirements for the provision of service and fleet planning functionality across our Network. Transport for Greater Manchester are looking to award a long-term contract(s) with one or more suppliers across 3 functional areas with potential lotting as per examples below. 1. Network Planning 2. Service and Vehicle Optimisation 3. Timetabling

Scope

Reference: DN818794
Total value: £5,000,000 excluding VAT
£6,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Commercial tool: Standalone contract
Contract dates: 01 Dec 2026 to 30 Nov 2031
Possible extension to 30 Nov 2033
Main category: services
CPV classifications: 48332000
72200000
72316000
Contract locations: North West England, United Kingdom
Particular suitability: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)