Group ERP System Implementation for Greater Manchester Authorities

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), in partnership with Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS), and Greater Manchester Police (GMP), is seeking a new integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to replace TfGM's aging SAP platform. Background: TfGM operates the UK's largest light rail network (Metrolink) and coordinates public transport across Greater Manchester's ten districts, serving a population of 2.8 million. The organization implements transport policies aligned with the Bee Network vision—a unified, iconic brand for buses, trams, and active travel. Opportunity: A feasibility assessment commissioned in late 2025 confirmed strong organizational appetite for a shared Group ERP solution. The new system will: - Support unified financial management and spending visibility across all four organizations - Enable harmonized data and processes while respecting each organization's distinct identity and statutory responsibilities - Improve workforce management and development capabilities - Enhance inter-organizational collaboration - Provide a modern digital foundation aligned with current and future organizational needs Scope: This is a strategic Group-wide initiative involving four major public sector organizations with the goal of creating greater operational value and service delivery efficiency across Greater Manchester.