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HST Trailer Car WSP Rack Overhaul

SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED

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07 Jul 2025 at 15:34

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Tender

08 Aug 2024 at 15:36

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Summary of the contracting process

ScotRail Trains Limited, located in Glasgow, is seeking to overhaul the Knorr Bremse EP98 WSP control units used in their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spare stocks. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the title "HST Trailer Car WSP Rack Overhaul," and falls under the industry category of goods, specifically focusing on parts of locomotives or rolling stock. Interested suppliers are required to submit their bids by 9 September 2024, 12:00 PM BST. The procurement method being used is a selective procedure, specifically a negotiated procedure with prior call for competition, with the project being covered by the GPA. The overhaul contract period is expected to run from 3 February 2025 to 18 August 2025, with the possibility of renewal depending on the bidder’s proposal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in microelectronic machinery, apparatus, and reconditioning services of rolling stock to enhance their growth by securing a contract with ScotRail. The project's scope includes crucial services such as replacing failing components and conducting rigorous testing. This project would be particularly beneficial for companies with expertise in small-scale engineering, component renewal, and rail transport maintenance. Successfully securing this contract can not only enhance a company's portfolio but also align with ScotRail's community benefits vision, which seeks to foster thriving, connected communities supportive of such contributions. The tender prioritises both quality and price in its award criteria, providing an opportunity for businesses to offer competitive, innovative solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HST Trailer Car WSP Rack Overhaul

Notice Description

ScotRail Trains Limited (herein referenced as ScotRail) wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse EP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

Lot Information

Lot 1

ScotRail Trains Limited wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse EP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The overhaul is expected to include the renewal of all electrolytic capacitors to be considered a minimum, but the following should also be considered: -Clean using a suitable method; -Renewal of other capacitors; -Renewal of relays; -Renewal of opto-isolators; -Functional testing on a suitable rig; -Soak testing; -Identification of overhaul (e.g. mod level plate, coloured stickers); -Any other 'value add' work considered worthwhile by the supplier. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx Additional information: Wax Digital should be use for the completion of any submissions. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

Renewal: It is anticipated that the contract duration will be around 6 months. However the duration will be dependent on the successful bidders proposal/plan to complete the overhaul.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-048915
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037997-2025
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
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

31712000 - Microelectronic machinery and apparatus and microsystems

34631000 - Parts of locomotives or rolling stock

50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock

50224000 - Reconditioning services of 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
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2025 - 18 Aug 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 6HQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

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