Planning

Supply of services related to the Ticket Vending Machines

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

22 May 2025 at 11:38

Summary of the contracting process

Northern Trains Limited, a public authority under the central government, is in the planning stage for a tender titled "Supply of services related to the Ticket Vending Machines". This procurement process is part of the services industry category and focuses on maintaining and upgrading Ticket Vending Machines across various regions including UKC, UKD, and UKE in the United Kingdom. The process is currently at the planning phase, with the key future notice date expected on 30th June 2025. The contract period is projected to start on 8th July 2025 and end on 7th May 2030. This direct award procurement method will encompass services such as inspection, servicing, repair, and potential component upgrades to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for businesses specialising in machinery maintenance, servicing, and technical support. Companies with expertise in the railway equipment sector and those capable of supplying replacement components and providing technical support can find this procurement particularly advantageous. Engaging in this tender can enhance business portfolios and secure long-term contractual work in the utilities special regime, opening further avenues for businesses focused on service delivery in the railway and transportation sectors.

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Notice Title

Supply of services related to the Ticket Vending Machines

Notice Description

Northern is intending to award a contract for the ongoing support, and maintenance of Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) at locations across its operating network. The scope of the procurement will include, but not be limited to, the inspection, servicing, repair, refurbishment, and performance testing of TVMs to ensure continued compliance with safety and operational standards. This may also include the supply of replacement components, technical support services and equipment upgrades.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051d72
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024748-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Jul 2025 - 7 May 2030 4-5 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
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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