Summary of the contracting process

Northern Trains Limited, located in York, United Kingdom, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Spares Agreement for OEM parts" within the industry category of railway components. The objective is to establish a supply agreement for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts necessary for the maintenance and operation of the company's legacy rolling stock fleets. This procurement falls under the category of goods and will utilize a direct award procurement method. The contract period is planned from 15th September 2025 to 30th September 2033, with a future notice date set for 1st September 2025. The procurement will involve delivery across the UKC, UKD, and UKE regions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those capable of supplying railway or tramway locomotive parts, to engage with Northern Trains Limited. The procurement process is designed to ensure the continued safety and reliability of the train fleets, necessitating a high standard of components from suppliers. Businesses within the railway equipment manufacturing sector that can provide OEM parts, particularly those associated with or under the umbrella of Wabtec Corporation, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. This presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in the utility management supply chain sector.

Planning

Spares Agreement for OEM parts

NORTHERN TRAINS

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

21st May 2025 09:29:28 AM
Contract Summary

Northern Trains Ltd intends to establish a supply agreement for the procurement of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts required to support the ongoing maintenance and operation of its legacy rolling stock fleets. The OEM for the required components is Wabtec Corporation and its associated entities operating under the Wabtec group umbrella. This procurement will cover the supply of a range of OEM-manufactured goods necessary for business-as-usual maintenance activities, aligned with scheduled maintenance plans, examination profiles, and operational requirements. Additionally, the agreement will support the supply of parts required for unplanned or ad-hoc repairs, including those necessitated by damage or vandalism incurred while in passenger service. This procurement is essential to ensure the continued safety, reliability, and operational performance of Northern's legacy fleets and to maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory obligations.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0519f4

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

Direct

Procurement Method Details

Direct Award

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

NORTHERN TRAINS

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@northernrailway.co.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

George Stephenson House

York

YO1 6JT

United Kingdom

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Spares Agreement for OEM parts

NORTHERN TRAINS

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Awarding Authority