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Provision of Alternative Transport Services (Rail Replacement)

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

22 May 2026 at 12:27

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

22 May 2025 at 12:03

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Northern Trains Limited has initiated a planned procurement process for the provision of alternative transport services, specifically rail replacement services, across its operating network. As of May 2026, the procurement is at the planning update stage, with the tender expected to be formally published by 18th September 2026. The services sought include both pre-planned and emergency rail replacement transportation, along with co-ordination services, under the services category with a CPV classification of road transport services. Located in York, United Kingdom, Northern Trains Limited is a public authority under central government classification. The contract period for this procurement is anticipated to start on 18th September 2027 and conclude by 17th September 2032.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses centred on transport services, as it involves long-term contracts within a vital industry. Businesses adept at providing alternative transport solutions, particularly in emergency scenarios, and capable of offering reliable and high-quality service, are well-suited to compete. Companies with the flexibility to support varying operational demands and a track record in the rail environment could leverage this opportunity for business growth, tapping into a potentially lucrative market led by a major public transport entity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Alternative Transport Services (Rail Replacement)

Notice Description

Northern is intending to initiate a future procurement process for the provision of alternative transport services (Rail Replacement) across its operating network. The scope of the procurement will include, but not be limited to: Pre-planned rail replacement transport services; Emergency rail replacement transport services. Co-ordination services. Suppliers will be expected to demonstrate proven expertise in the delivery of alterative transport services in the rail environment, the ability to deliver high-quality and reliable services, and the flexibility to support varying operational requirements. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051d82
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047876-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

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 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Sep 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Sep 2027 - 17 Sep 2032 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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