Tender

Lease of Shunters for use at Inverness and Haymarket Depots

SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED .

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Tender

21 May 2025 at 11:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by ScotRail Trains Limited, based in Glasgow, involves the lease of shunters primarily for Inverness and Haymarket Depots. This tender process is at the "Tender" stage, falling under the goods category in the railway services industry. It relates to railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock. This selective procurement, utilising a negotiated procedure with prior call for competition, is conducted electronically and will follow a structured timeline, with the tender period concluding on 20th June 2025 and invitations expected the same day. The organisations involved are expected to submit bids in English with a validity period of 90 days.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the railway industry, particularly those with competencies in manufacturing or supplying railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock. The contract is suitable for companies capable of supplying and maintaining railway shunters, providing training, and adhering to the stringent safety standards of railway operations. Businesses already registered with RISQS or similar bodies will find this opportunity particularly aligned with their existing qualifications. The contract value is substantial, with an estimated worth of £750,000, presenting an attractive opportunity for business growth through a long-term engagement, including potential renewal options.

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Notice Title

Lease of Shunters for use at Inverness and Haymarket Depots

Notice Description

Lot 1: Primary use to move HST power / trailer cars at Inverness and Haymarket Lot 2: Primary use to move HST vehicles during heavy maintenance within set boundaries at Haymarket Depot.

Lot Information

Lease of Shunters for use at Inverness and Haymarket Depot

Primary use to move HST power / trailer cars at Inverness and Haymarket. The Shunters shall: - be mainline compliant to run on Network Rail mainline infrastructure and negotiate signals as per industry standards. - be able to move HST up to 2 x power cars at 75 tonnes each and 5 x Mk3 coaches at 40 tonnes each. - be fitted with Automatic Warning System (AWS) / Train Protection Warning System (TPWS) headlight and must have a Slow Speed Function (SSF). - be able to couple to ScotRail HST vehicles and compatible with both the emergency nose end coupler and the alliance type couplers, and must also be capable of coupling with 170 & 158 / Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) trains - coupling requirements for Haymarket Depot in Lot 1 shall be in full compliance with the track curvature reports at Appendix 3 - have a GSM-r (radio) option (for Inverness for futureproofing), - be powered by diesel or battery. - be accompanied by any necessary specialist tooling or equipment required for light touch maintenance - be accompanied by Operator and Maintenance Manuals Maintenance - Lot 1 The Tenderer will also include a Shunter Maintenance plan, including tenderer/ operator responsibilities, to include clear technical definition of 'light touch' and low-level repairs and routine light maintenance by ScotRail. The Tenderer shall be required to provide consumables to ScotRail for all low-level repairs and light maintenance, and to allow the Tenderer to complete the full overhaul as per industry standards and complete non-light maintenance works. The Tenderer shall also provide a contingency plan detailing arrangement for any period where the Shunter cannot be used/supplied, e.g. as a result of maintenance / overhaul, or technical failure. Training - Lot 1 The Tenderer shall also have the ability to provide and deliver (as required) a 'Train the Trainer' package to enable relevant personnel at both Haymarket and Inverness depots to be fully trained to the correct industry standards, as ScotRail's business dictates, to ensure relevant personnel are compliant to operate and maintain Shunters ensuring the safe movement of vehicles, and to be aware of safety and dangers on site. Course content shall also refer to ScotRail's safety procedures, site assessment, and comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974). Additional information: Interested parties should register their interest at https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/negotiations/Sourcing/DocumentMain.aspx?ProjectId=390&DocumentId=391&ApplicationInstanceID=27adc89e-0cb2-4b51-9bc1-34061f10156f

Renewal: Initial 2 year award, plus 3 x 12 month options

Lease of Shunter for use at Haymarket Depot

Primary use to move HST vehicles during heavy maintenance within set boundaries at Haymarket Depot. The Shunter shall: - be road and rail vehicle - be remotely operated - be able to couple to emergency nose and alliance coupler - be able to supply and deliver coupling / attachments as per ScotRail's future business demands - be able to move a HST power car at 75 tonne each or Mk3 coach up to 40 tonnes - have a Slow Speed Function (SSF) of 3-5 mph - be battery powered - be capable of moving HST bogies (special attachments required) - be accompanied by any necessary specialist tooling or equipment required for light touch maintenance - be accompanied by Operator and Maintenance Manuals Maintenance - Lot 2 The Tenderer will also include a Shunter Maintenance plan and shall be required to complete maintenance checks in accordance with OEM manual / instruction, providing consumables as necessary to complete all maintenance works. The Tenderer shall also provide a contingency plan providing detailing arrangement for any period where the Shunter cannot be used/supplied, e.g. as a result of maintenance / overhaul, or technical failure. Training - Lot 2 The Tenderer shall also have the ability to provide and deliver (as required) a train the trainer package to enable relevant personnel at Haymarket depots to be fully trained to the correct industry standards, as ScotRail's business dictates, to ensure operators are fully compliant. Training course content shall teach operators how to ensure the safe movement of vehicles, and to be aware of safety and dangers on site. Course content shall also refer to ScotRail's safety procedures, site assessment, and comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974). Additional information: Interested parties should register their interest at https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/negotiations/Sourcing/DocumentMain.aspx?ProjectId=390&DocumentId=391&ApplicationInstanceID=27adc89e-0cb2-4b51-9bc1-34061f10156f

Renewal: Initial 2 years + 3 x 12 month options

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051a76
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023812-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jun 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
SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED .
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@scotrail.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3448110141

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
TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey, TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

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