Planning

Engine Radiators and Cooling Systems on 15x fleets

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

21 May 2025 at 11:30

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Northern Trains Limited is in the planning stage of a procurement process, seeking suppliers for engine radiators and cooling systems for its Class 15x fleets. This procurement falls under the goods category within the utilities sector, specifically parts of locomotives or rolling stock, and spans several regions in the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, and UKE. The company, based in York, is a central government public authority, and the planned contract period is from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2031. Potential suppliers should pay attention as detailed communications about this opportunity will commence on 15th April 2026.

This tender is an excellent opportunity for companies specialising in components for railway vehicles to engage with a significant public authority. Organisations with a strong track record in manufacturing and supplying high-quality engine radiators and cooling systems, especially those capable of meeting stringent performance standards and adapting to varying operational needs, should consider pursuing this opportunity. The procurement process will allow businesses with innovative solutions and robust supply chain capabilities to establish or expand their presence in the rail industry. Business growth can result from securing such contracts, which favour suppliers who demonstrate reliability, efficiency, and the ability to support ongoing maintenance needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Engine Radiators and Cooling Systems on 15x fleets

Notice Description

Northern is intending to initiate a future procurement process for the supply and support of engine radiators and associated cooling system components used across its British Rail Class 15x rolling stock fleets. The scope of the procurement will include, but not be limited to, the provision of radiators, coolant pumps and other critical components necessary to ensure the continued safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the cooling systems across these fleets. Suppliers will be expected to demonstrate proven capability in delivering components that meet stringent quality and performance standards, ensure continuity of supply, and provide flexibility to accommodate varying maintenance schedules and operational demands. This notice does not constitute a call for competition but is intended to inform the market of a potential future opportunity. Interested suppliers are encouraged to monitor forthcoming publications for further details.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051a79
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023815-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34631000 - Parts of locomotives or rolling stock

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
15 Apr 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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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