Planning

Fixings and Fasteners for Train Maintenance

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

21 May 2025 at 13:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Northern Trains Limited involves a planned tender for "Fixings and Fasteners for Train Maintenance." As a public authority part of the central government, Northern Trains is based in York, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically within the industry of fasteners, identified by the CPV code 44530000. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, and it highlights a future notice date set for 1st September 2026. It is noted as a single-lot tender aimed at acquiring essential fastening components such as bolts, screws, and washers. Key dates include a planned contract period from 31st July 2027 to 30th July 2032.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers capable of providing a diverse array of specification-compliant fastening products, ensuring a consistent supply and accommodating the varying demand dictated by maintenance schedules. It is particularly suitable for businesses specialising in manufacturing and distributing high-quality fasteners for the rail industry. Potential suppliers can leverage this opportunity to establish or expand their presence in the railway maintenance sector. Companies interested in this tender should prepare for a future procurement announcement and demonstrate their ability to meet the demanding standards of continuity and efficiency required for rail vehicle maintenance.

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Notice Title

Fixings and Fasteners for Train Maintenance

Notice Description

The scope of the procurement will include, but not be limited to, the provision of bolts, nuts, screws, washers, rivets, clips, and other fastening components essential for the safe, secure, and efficient maintenance of rail vehicles. Suppliers will be expected to demonstrate the ability to provide a wide range of high-quality, specification-compliant products, ensure continuity of supply, and support varying demand profiles aligned with maintenance schedules and operational requirements. At this stage, it is anticipated that the procurement will be conducted as a single lot to streamline supply and ensure consistency across the network. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051afd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023977-2025
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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44530000 - Fasteners

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 Sep 20267 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jul 2027 - 30 Jul 2032 Over 5 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
Not specified

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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