Tender

https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk/

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD

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Tender

13 Feb 2025 at 17:05

Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd has initiated a procurement process for the maintenance of the New Measurement Train (NMT), a crucial asset in their Infrastructure Monitoring fleet. This service contract involves heavy and light maintenance, cleaning, and provision of technicians for the NMT, which consists of nine rail vehicles including Class 43 Power Cars and Mk3 Trailer Cars. The tender is classified under the industry category "Repair and maintenance services of locomotives" (CPV 50221000) and covers a wide UK region. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a final submission deadline set for 14 March 2025. The process will follow a selective procurement method through a negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition. The duration of the contract is set for 720 days, with the possibility of renewal on a 12+12 month basis.

This tender presents significant opportunities for specialised businesses in the railway maintenance sector. Companies providing locomotive repair and maintenance services, especially those with expertise in high-profile rail assets, would be well-suited to compete. The nature of the contract, involving both heavy and light maintenance as well as overnight service exams, allows businesses to showcase their comprehensive maintenance capabilities. Additionally, the procurement method ensures a competitive yet selective process, enabling qualified participants to secure a long-term contract with Network Rail. Engaging in this tender can foster business growth and establish valuable relationships within the UK's railway services industry.

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Notice Title

https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk/

Notice Description

Maintenance of the New Measurement Train (NMT)

Lot Information

Lot 1

The New Measurement Train (NMT) is a high-profile asset to Network Rail's Infrastructure Monitoring (IM) fleet. The NMT covers high mileage and the busiest segments of track. The NMT delivers data required to meet and maintain compliance of predominantly cat 1a and 1 track where the NMT primarily operates. The Services require maintenance of the NMT, which is comprised of 9 rail vehicles usually made up into an operational consist of Class 43 Power Cars, and Mk3 Trailer Cars. The Services are for the NMT maintenance and the provision of the NMT technicians. The Services includes heavy maintenance, light maintenance, and cleaning of the NMT. Maintenance schedules shall include weekly, per period and every two periods maintenance, as well as assisting the separate maintainer of the QL3 and QL4 MTU engine overhauls. The technicians will be responsible for overnight service exams, responding to fault and acting as a technical rider on the service. More details can be found in the Technical Workscope and supporting documents.

Renewal: 12+12

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04dee2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005019-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50221000 - Repair and maintenance services of locomotives

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD
Contact Name
Shazea Hussain
Contact Email
shazea.hussain@networkrail.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1908781000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8SW
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

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