Longline Public Address System (LLPA) Renewal
Estimated value
£1.2m
Awarded value
—
Suppliers
0
Lots
1
Published
26 Sept 2025
Description
Long-line Public Address (LLPA) system for the Merseyrail network. The objective is to replace, upgrade, and enhance the existing PA system to ensure clear and effective communication across all stations and operational areas within the network. The Works include but are not limited to the following aspects: assessing the current PA system across the Merseyrail network, designing a modernised solution, and implementing a renewed system that meets current industry standards and operational requirements. The new system should provide high-quality audio, improved reliability, and seamless integration with Merseyrail's existing communication infrastructure, including passenger information systems and emergency communication channels.
Scope
- Reference
- MEL05-2025
- Total value
- £1,200,000 excluding VAT£1,440,000 including VATAbove the relevant threshold
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 26 Jul 2026 to 27 Jul 2028Possible extension to 01 Jun 2031
3 x 12 month extensions for optional Service and Maintenance element only.
- Main category
- goods
- CPV classifications
- 48952000
- Contract locations
- UK, United Kingdom
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | — | quality | 60.00% |
| Commercial | — | cost | 40.00% |
Participation
Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.
This will be provided at PSQ (if used) and ITT stages respectively.
Submission & procedure
- Submission address
- Expressions of Interest must be submitted electronically via: https://me-2-procure.org/MerseyrailElectrics/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=581&Culture=en-GB The procurement documents will be available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, after the Expression of Interest deadline at: https://me-2-procure.org/
- Electronic submission
- Yes
- Procedure
- Competitive flexible procedure