Planning

London Tram CR4000 Critical Repairs

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

21 May 2025 at 17:37

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the project titled "London Tram CR4000 Critical Repairs." This initiative falls under the construction work category within the utilities special regime and is focused on addressing structural issues affecting the tram fleet, such as leaking roof seals and cracked underframes. The procurement process, classified under the UKPGA 2023/54 legal basis, will take place in London, with a contract period set from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029. Businesses should note the planned future notice date of 30 June 2025 for further information. This offers a strategic opportunity for businesses interested in public authority central government contracts within the construction industry sector.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those specialising in structural repairs and maintenance for transport infrastructure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find this opportunity particularly suitable. Engaging in this procurement process not only helps businesses establish a foothold within the public sector market but also supports expansion by securing long-term government contracts. Involvement in a high-profile project such as London's tram repairs can enhance a company's reputation and lead to further business opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

London Tram CR4000 Critical Repairs

Notice Description

The current tram fleet suffers from multiple structural issues, such as leaking roof seals, worn pantographs, cracked underframes and cracked upstands. The aim of this project is to resolve these issues without having to implement timetable reductions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051c37
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024358-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

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
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 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
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
Dele Awoyemi
Contact Email
deleawoyemi@tfl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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