Tender

Provision of Rolling Stock and Associated Maintenance Services

EAST WEST RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED

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Tender

17 Nov 2020 at 12:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Rolling Stock and Associated Maintenance Services" is initiated by the East West Railway Company Limited (EWR Co.) to support the development of a new railway connection between Oxford and Cambridge. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically relating to rolling stock, and is being conducted through a selective method known as a competitive procedure with negotiation. The tender is currently active, with the tender period ending on 25 September 2020, and the contract period commencing from 17 November 2020 until 10 May 2028, with a potential two-year extension option.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in the manufacture and maintenance of rolling stock and related services. Companies that can supply self-powered trains with advanced technological modifications, such as the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2, would be well-positioned to compete. The economic development associated with the East West Rail Project will likely benefit SMEs seeking to expand their service offerings in the transport sector, as well as mature businesses looking to secure long-term contracts in a growing transportation infrastructure landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Rolling Stock and Associated Maintenance Services

Notice Description

The publication of this Contract Notice formally commences the procurement of Rolling Stock and Maintenance Services for the East West Railway Company Limited (EWR Co.) EWR Co. is creating a new direct connection between Oxford and Cambridge. Serving communities across the area, it will bring faster journey times and lower transport costs as well as easing pressure on local roads. EWR Co is seeking bids for leasing a fleet of 12 or 14 x 3 car self-powered units with modifications including European Train Control System ("ETCS") Level 2 and Driver Controlled Operation ("DCO") capability, supported by a full maintenance package (under a 'wet' lease). These units will ensure timely operation of EWR's Western Section Phase 2 between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Bedford and Aylesbury. The lease duration is four years, with an option to extend for two years. Please refer to https://eastwestrail.co.uk/ for further information on the East West Rail Project.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0a6f3036-957e-41da-906f-0ce5dec2d256
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0a58536-0644-41de-98fd-0b6e4f6bb0c0
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34620000 - Rolling stock

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Nov 2020 - 10 May 2028 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST WEST RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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