Merseytravel is seeking tenders for the provision of train and passenger connectivity for its new fleet of passenger trains which will enter service on the Merseyrail Electrics network in early 2020. The Train Connectivity and Information System (‘TCIS’) successful Applicant will be responsible for the design, supply, installation, support and maintenance of a communications network for the provision of the necessary telecommunications service to provide connectivity that will allow remote access between on-board systems of monitoring, train performance, maintenance, passenger information, passenger announcement, CCTV, location services and the control room or other shore-based equipment, as well as to provide passengers with wireless internet connectivity. This includes any infrastructure enhancements to facilitate train to shore connectivity and changes within the Merseyrail Electrics control room.