Planning

Framework for Plant Maintenance and Repairs

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

21 Feb 2025 at 15:38

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London (TfL) has announced a Prior Information Notice for a framework focused on Plant Maintenance and Repairs. This project is in the planning stage and aims to assess market capabilities and interest before formal procurement. The framework comprises three lots: Transformers and Rectifiers repair and maintenance, Substation HV, LV & DC switchgear repair, refurbishment and replacement, and HV Power Third Party Services. The tender falls under the "Repair and maintenance services" industry category and is classified within CPV Scheme 50000000. The services are to be delivered in London, with the future notice date set for 1st December 2025.

This tender process presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical maintenance and repair services, particularly those with expertise in high voltage (HV) power systems. Companies capable of providing both planned and reactive maintenance, as well as refurbishment services, will find multiple opportunities within the three lots of this framework. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in transformer and substation equipment will be well-suited to bid for these contracts, potentially leading to long-term partnerships with TfL. The engagement can also foster growth by involving businesses in both maintenance activities and project support tasks for ageing infrastructure in London.

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Notice Title

Framework for Plant Maintenance and Repairs

Notice Description

The purpose of this Prior Information Notice is to notify the market of Transport for London's intention to carry out Early market engagement to assess the current market capabilities and appetite for the following requirements. Transport for London is currently preparing a procurement strategy for the procurement of a Framework consisting of 3 lots to cover Plant maintenance and Repairs. These lots will include: 1) Transformer and Rectifier repairs and maintenance for both planned and reactive faults 2) Substation HV, LV and DC Switchgear Repairs, refurbishment and Replacement and 3) Third party support services in both planned and reactive maintenance activities for infrastructure and assist in project work . The objective of the proposed procurement is to ensure we have repairs, maintenance, refurbishment and replacement services for existing ageing infrastructure (details noted above) which will support the organisation. We would like to understand the market for potential bidders and whether they can meet the requirements for one or more than one lot.

Lot Information

Transformers and Rectifiers repair and maintenance

Repairs and maintenance of Transformers and Rectifiers. Establish a commercial partnership with a specialised transformer manufacture/contractor who has the necessary knowledge and expertise to support HV Power in both planned and reactive fault response & maintenance activities for the LUL transformer estate. Additionally, the contractor will also be required to support and assist in site base renewal & enhancements as required to ensure availability of Plant and continuity of network supply.

Substation HV, LV & DC switchgear repair, refurbishment and replacement

Repair and maintenance of Switchgear across stations and substations in London. We are interested in a specialised contractor who has the necessary knowledge and expertise to support HV Power in both planned and reactive maintenance activities for HV, LV & DC switchgear. Additionally, the contractor will also be required to support and assist in project work that can be managed in-house to benefit the business.

HV Power Third Party Services

We are interested in a specialised contractor who has the necessary knowledge and expertise to support HV Power in both planned and reactive maintenance activities for their infrastructure. Additionally, the contractor will also be required to support and assist in project work that can be managed in-house to benefit the business.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e71d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006922-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

31100000 - Electric motors, generators and transformers

31210000 - Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits

31300000 - Insulated wire and cable

45232221 - Transformer substation

45259000 - Repair and maintenance of plant

45311000 - Electrical wiring and fitting work

45315400 - High voltage installation work

45315600 - Low-voltage installation work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50532200 - Repair and maintenance services of transformers

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
Davina Alvares
Contact Email
davinaalvares@tfl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

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