Tender

Pan Fleet Adhesion Traction Gel

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

23 May 2025 at 16:29

PlanningUpdate

23 May 2025 at 11:11

Planning

23 May 2025 at 09:05

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London is undertaking a planned procurement process for the supply of "Pan Fleet Adhesion Traction Gel" as they look to enhance the functionality of their London Underground fleet. The procurement falls under the industry category of transport equipment and auxiliary products. A planned pipeline notice was most recently updated on 23rd May 2025, with the procurement stage currently in Planning. The tender, which is expected to commence on 22nd May 2026 and conclude by 22nd May 2030, offers a total value of GBP 3,672,000. The process includes a future notice date set for 20th January 2026. The contract location is London, UK, and the opportunity is specifically aimed at small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), under a utilities special regime and below-threshold procurement category.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in the transportation equipment sector to expand their operations and gain a foothold in a prestigious project with Transport for London. Companies specialising in transport equipment manufacturing, particularly smaller enterprises and social ventures, will find this tender appealing due to its support for diverse business profiles. The procurement method allows for a renewal period, providing an extended scope for long-term collaboration and business growth. Engaging with such a well-regarded public authority could also enhance brand recognition and industry standing.

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Notice Title

Pan Fleet Adhesion Traction Gel

Notice Description

Contract for adhesion traction gel for use across London Underground fleet.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0520e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027076-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,060,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 May 2026 - 22 May 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Withdrawn
Lots Status
Withdrawn
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Saravanan Vaithiyalingam
Contact Email
saranvaithiyalingam@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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