Planning

Spares Agreement to Support Class 323 & 170s

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

21 May 2025 at 12:04

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Northern Trains Limited, a public authority under the central government, has initiated a planned procurement process for a Spares Agreement to support its Class 323 and 170 train fleets. The procurement is intended to ensure the supply of spare parts necessary for both scheduled and unplanned maintenance activities, thereby maintaining the operational performance and safety standards of the fleets. The procurement falls under the "Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts" industry category, with delivery locations across various UK regions, including UKC, UKD, and UKE. Currently, this process is in the planning stage with relevant details published on 21st May 2025, and future notices anticipated by 30th June 2025. The planned contract period is set from 31st July 2025 to 1st August 2030.

This procurement presents substantial business opportunities for suppliers specialising in train components and maintenance services, with a focus on the Class 323 and 170 fleets previously associated with Alstom and Bombardier, respectively. Companies with existing expertise or interests in railway parts, particularly those capable of adhering to stringent safety and reliability standards, are well-positioned to engage with this procurement. New players in the market might also explore partnerships with legacy suppliers to enhance their competitiveness for future tenders, as this procurement aims to maintain a robust supply chain for both ongoing and ad-hoc repair needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Spares Agreement to Support Class 323 & 170s

Notice Description

Northern Trains Ltd intends to establish a supply agreement for the supply of Spare parts required to support the ongoing maintenance and operation of its class 323 & 170 fleets. The OEM for these fleets is Alstom (previously Bombardier for the 170s) and therefore legacy supply chains and associated floats are linked with the original train builder. This supply will cover the supply of a range of parts 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. This notice does not constitute a call for competition. Interested suppliers are encouraged to monitor forthcoming publications for further details.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051a93
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023846-2025
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

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

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
30 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jul 2025 - 1 Aug 2030 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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