Planning

European Train Control Systems (ETCS) on Class 195 & 331 Fleets

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

21 May 2025 at 11:22

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is currently in the planning stage for Northern Trains Limited, a central government public authority located in York, United Kingdom. The contracting entity intends to procure services under the title "European Train Control Systems (ETCS) on Class 195 & 331 Fleets." This initiative falls within the support services for railway transport industry category and targets infrastructure improvements across regions including UKC, UKD, and UKE. The planned contract period spans from 4th August 2025 to 1st August 2028, with a future notice date set for 1st July 2025. This procurement process is aligned with legal guidelines set by UKPGA 2023/54 and involves the design, supply, and maintenance of ETCS equipment for Northern's rolling stock.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses operating in the railway infrastructure and support services sector. Enterprises specialising in the design, manufacture, and technical servicing of train control systems stand to benefit significantly, potentially securing long-term contracts and contributing to infrastructural enhancements crucial for regional connectivity. Companies that can deliver robust technical service, along with compliance with special utilities regime requirements, will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process offers potential growth and sectorial consolidation for adept service providers and suppliers in the railway industry.

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Notice Title

European Train Control Systems (ETCS) on Class 195 & 331 Fleets

Notice Description

In preparation for NWR led infrastructure improvements across the North of England any rolling stock that operates on the network will need to be fitted with corresponding compatible on-board ETCS equipment, Northern intends to award a contract for the design, supply and fitment of ETCS equipment and its associated materials, maintenance and technical service for its Class 195 & 331 trains.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051a71
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023804-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline 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

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63711000 - Support services for railway transport

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Aug 2025 - 1 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@northernrailway.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6JT
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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