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Supply of Electrical Material for Central Line Fleet (92 Tube Stock)

London Underground Limited

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

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17 Feb 2026 at 11:02

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08 Jan 2026 at 18:13

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05 Jan 2026 at 12:24

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17 Oct 2025 at 16:00

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19 Sep 2025 at 10:24

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Planning

21 May 2025 at 19:13

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Summary of the contracting process

London Underground Limited, through Transport for London (TfL), is seeking suppliers for the "Supply of Electrical Material for Central Line Fleet (92 Tube Stock)". The procurement process covers critical electrical components including bespoke electronic communications network harnesses, general harnesses, and various off-the-shelf electrical parts. This tender, with an estimated value of £5,489,436, is categorised under goods and utilities. There are three lots, each aimed at different electrical materials needed for 69 trains. The procurement uses a competitive flexible procedure through selective methods. The current stage is the tender phase with an expression of interest deadline set for 25 March 2026, followed by an inquiry period until 21 March 2026. Award announcements are expected by 26 August 2026.

This tender offers growth opportunities for various businesses, particularly those with capabilities in engineering and manufacturing of electrical components for transportation systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, with suitability criteria tailored to support them. Suppliers experienced in technical knowledge for rail-related applications or similarly regulated sectors will be well-suited to compete, especially if they can demonstrate strong financial and economic standing, safety, health and environment credentials, and deliverability capabilities. By competing in this procurement, businesses gain the chance to secure substantial contracts, potentially extending up to 24 months beyond the initial contract period to account for any unforeseen delays. The segmented lot structure allows for focused competition and greater chances for different suppliers to contribute to this significant public transport infrastructure project.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Electrical Material for Central Line Fleet (92 Tube Stock)

Notice Description

The scope of materials to be procured is clearly defined in a Bill of Materials (BoM) prepared by LUL Engineering, covering 69 trains, including 2 spares. The BoM has been grouped into three (3) Lots to facilitate easier tracking, planning and procurement as follows: * Bespoke Electronic Communications Network (ECN) Harnesses required by critical DTS (Data Transmission System) and PIS (Passenger Information System) parts. These bespoke components also form part of the design integration for the other saloon systems, i.e. CCTV. The design has been verified and validated. * General Electronic Communications Network (ECN) Harnesses; TfL has sufficient data (Drawings, specifications etc.) to allow harnesses and its components to be sourced from a range of suppliers * Various electrical components and spares - these parts are mainly off-the-shelf products, with reference to specialised packaging and labelling in the correct sequence to support efficient installation.

Lot Information

Bespoke Electronic Communications Network (ECN) Harnesses

The bespoke harnesses are required by critical Data Transmission System (DTS) and Passenger Information System (PIS ) parts. They consist of bespoke components that also form part of the design integration for the other saloon systems, i.e. CCTV. The design has been verified and validated.

Options: An option of up to 24-month extension is included to accommodate for any time loss.

Renewal: The contract has the option to be extended in duration for up to 12 months to facilitate unplanned events.

General Electronic Communications Network (ECN) Harnesses

TfL will provide Drawings and Specifications of General ECN Harnesses and its components required to enable complete harness assemblies.

Options: An option of up to 24-month extension is included to accommodate for any time loss.

Renewal: In anticipation for any Project delays and unplanned activities

Various Electrical Components and Spares

A range of electrical miscellaneous off the shelf parts with reference to specialised packaging and labelling in the correct sequence to support efficient installation.

Options: An option of up to 24-month extension is included to accommodate for any time loss.

Renewal: Option for extension in place to allow for delays to delivery/programme, possible re-work of materials, etc...

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051c4f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014187-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

CPV Codes

31321200 - Low- and medium-voltage cable

31321210 - Low-voltage cable

31321220 - Medium-voltage cable

31330000 - Coaxial cable

31650000 - Insulating fittings

31670000 - Electrical parts of machinery or apparatus

31680000 - Electrical supplies and accessories

32581000 - Data-communications equipment

32581100 - Data-transmission cable

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

34940000 - Railway equipment

44322000 - Cable accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,574,530 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,574,530 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
24 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Aug 2026 - 25 Aug 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
London Underground Limited
Additional Buyers

Transport for London

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Postcode Area
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

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