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LWR Trailer Solution

FERROVIAL BAM RAIL SYSTEMS

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15 Jul 2026 at 11:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ferrovial BAM Rail Systems is actively seeking suppliers for a procurement process titled "LWR Trailer Solution" in the services category, involving the transport of long welded rail sections. This opportunity requires innovative solutions, either bespoke or modified, capable of transporting rail sections across various environments. The tender is currently in the "active" stage, with important dates including a tender period end date of 30th July 2026 and a scheduled contract period from 3rd November 2026 to 2nd November 2027. Interested parties should note the project's broad geographic relevance, covering British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the UK, and internationally. The procurement process is initiated through a tender with a projected contract value of GBP 150,000.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in road-rail transportation systems, vehicle modification, and suppliers with experience in rail handling equipment. It supports SMEs and is oriented towards solutions that promote asset reuse and lower-carbon outcomes, enhancing sustainability objectives. Businesses with a robust technical background and capability to demonstrate innovation in design and maintenance of transportation solutions are encouraged to participate. Such contracts can substantially elevate a company's portfolio by showcasing its expertise in servicing large-scale, multidisciplinary projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LWR Trailer Solution

Notice Description

FBRS JV is seeking expressions of interest from suppliers capable of providing a road-rail trailer solution to transport and handle 216m long welded rail sections across tracked and trackless environments, including tunnels. The solution may be bespoke, modified from an existing asset, or based on a proven product. It must be capable of safely transporting at least eight 216m rail sections per load, operating on both road and rail, negotiating 5,000m radius curves, maximum 160mm canted sections can't deficiency, 3.50% maximum gradients, and achieving speeds above 10km/h, subject to supplier technical evidence. Suppliers should be able to demonstrate relevant capability and experience in road-rail plant, specialist rail handling equipment, design/modification, certification, testing, operation, and maintenance. FBRS JV is also interested in solutions that support reuse, asset repurposing, and lower-carbon outcomes.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5246ae2a-22f7-4287-a72d-e984e9a97e96
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

34130000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of goods

34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts

34621100 - Railway freight wagons

45213320 - Construction work for buildings relating to railway transport

45213350 - Construction work for buildings relating to various means of transport

45234000 - Construction work for railways and cable transport systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Nov 2026 - 2 Nov 2027 6-12 months
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
FERROVIAL BAM RAIL SYSTEMS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2ND
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Regent's Park
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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