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EV - Overhaul of 23 Long Wagons (CAPEX)

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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17 Sep 2025 at 10:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The awarded contract for the overhaul of 23 long wagons under the Engineering Vehicles Programme was issued by Transport for London. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment" within London, United Kingdom. The project commenced on 3rd June 2025 and is expected to conclude by 4th May 2026. This was executed as a competitive procedure with negotiation above the financial threshold, highlighting its selective procurement method. Gibson's Engineering Ltd, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Glasgow, was awarded the contract valued at GBP 2,741,606.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in railway equipment repair and maintenance. Companies with expertise in logistics support and manufacturing, particularly those capable of performing comprehensive overhauls to extend the life of engineering vehicles, will be well-positioned to benefit. Specifically, SMEs with experience in handling large-scale projects and meeting stringent specifications, akin to those set by Transport for London, may find lucrative opportunities in similar future tenders. Additionally, participation in such procurement processes can facilitate business growth through enhanced visibility and partnerships within the transport and rail sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EV - Overhaul of 23 Long Wagons (CAPEX)

Notice Description

This opportunity was issued to bidders who have responded for this procurement advertised in the Railway Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme (RISQS). This contract is for the Overhaul of 23 Engineering Wagons, which is a part of the Engineering Vehicles Programme of work which support Logistics and Manufacturing. London Underground, Asset Performance Delivery requires the Overhaul of 23 Engineering Wagons to achieve a life extension of 8 years. The scope of the works is to achieve an Overhaul that meets the requirements TfL overhaul specification. The work will involve complete like for like replacement overhaul of 4 high decks and 19 rail wagons. The works will involve an all components overhaul and structural body overhaul.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-420a7fab-770f-4155-9b87-b821dbd8637a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f718ec1e-139e-4081-9a4d-b39b42741fa7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,741,606 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,741,606 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
2 Jun 2025 - 4 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GIBSON'S ENGINEERING

Further Information

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