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Award

24 Jul 2025 at 16:06

Tender

31 May 2024 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of industrial maintenance products and a vendor-managed system was conducted by Govia Thameslink Railway Limited, based in London, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the "Miscellaneous hand tools" category and relates to the supply of goods. The procurement method used was a selective, restricted procedure. The contract was awarded on 15 May 2025 and is located in strategic areas throughout the UK, including London, East of England, and South East England. The procurement stage was completed, with an active contract status following the award stage. This tendered supply will be managed through innovative solutions like vendor-managed systems, incorporating vending machines alongside traditional stockholding systems, and had options for extension up to 12 months.

Businesses specialising in industrial maintenance products and systems have a significant growth opportunity with this contract, particularly those capable of offering advanced vendor-managed solutions. Companies poised to benefit are those with strong logistical capabilities and experience in electronic and traditional inventory management. The value of the initial contract was set at £1.5 million, and with the potential for extension and renewal, it presents further opportunities for sustained business growth in the region. Suitability evaluations were based on the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016, indicating that firms capable of meeting stringent selection criteria and offering electronic submissions could be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities in the future. The procurement also facilitates electronic ordering and payment, making it advantageous for businesses with digital capabilities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Industrial Maintenance Products and Vendor Managed System

Notice Description

To provide the supply of industrial maintenance products to all the Engineering Depots using methods such as a vender managed system incorporating the use of vending machines, as well as traditional stockholding system.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The supply of industrial maintenance products to all the Engineering Depots using methods such as a vender managed system incorporating the use of vending machines, as well as traditional stockholding system.

Options: Optional extension up to 12 months.

Renewal: Contract can be extended for additional 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046ca3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042907-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44512000 - Miscellaneous hand tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
3 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Govia Thameslink Railway Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3R 8AJ
Postcode Area
Central 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
TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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