Planning

09TS Victoria Line - Supply of Wheelset Bearings

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 11:43

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London is planning a procurement process titled "09TS Victoria Line - Supply of Wheelset Bearings," aimed at the transportation equipment sector. The procurement focuses on components necessary for the wheelset and drivetrain system within the Victoria Line. It will provide structural support, ensure free rotation, and transmit both tractive and braking forces while maintaining operational and safety compliance. The industry category falls under Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation, with the procurement process being at the planning stage. It is set to transition to tendering shortly with a planned contract period from 21st July 2025 to 20th July 2028. This opportunity is located in London and offers potential involvement for SMEs and VCSEs, as indicated by its suitability criteria, with key dates including a future notice communication deadline by 31st May 2025.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in transport equipment, particularly those with expertise in mechanical engineering and component manufacturing for rail systems. Organisations that can supply high-quality wheelset bearings and related assemblies are well-positioned to compete, especially those with experience in ensuring operational safety in transport systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find this tender particularly accessible, given its planned suitability for these groups. Participating in such opportunities can foster business growth through valuable contracts within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

09TS Victoria Line - Supply of Wheelset Bearings

Notice Description

The Negative Axle Bearing & Housing, Axle Box Bearing & Assembly, and Gearbox Bearing are related to the wheelset and drivetrain system and ensure structural support, free wheel rotation, and efficient transmission of tractive and braking forces while maintaining operational and safety compliance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052247
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026246-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline 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
Not specified
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
31 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2028 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
Rachel Rowatt
Contact Email
rachelrowatt@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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