Award

GWR - Train Driver Simulator Enhancement Project

FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

27 Nov 2025 at 14:22

TenderUpdate

20 Jun 2025 at 14:58

Tender

20 Jun 2025 at 14:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by First Greater Western Limited, pertains to the "GWR - Train Driver Simulator Enhancement Project." Located in Wiltshire, the initiative focuses on upgrading the hardware and software of existing train driver simulators. The procurement falls under the utilities sector and is handled via a selective procurement method described as a competitive flexible procedure. The key dates include the award notice published on 27th November 2025, with the standstill period ending on 9th December 2025. The contract is slated to begin on 15th January 2026 and potentially extend up to 15th January 2033, inclusive of yearly renewal options. The award, pending contract signature by 29th December 2025, amounts to £2,852,099.67 (net) awarded to Transurb Simulations, a supplier based in Belgium.

This tender provides opportunities for companies involved in the supply and maintenance of simulator technologies. The contract not only involves upgrading existing systems but also includes options for procuring additional hardware and spare parts, making it attractive for businesses specialising in simulation hardware, software, and technical support services. Given the significant gross amount of over £3 million, large enterprises with capabilities in comprehensive support services and development projects would be well-suited to engage in and benefit from this procurement, potentially leading to substantial business growth within the UK and European regions.

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Notice Title

GWR - Train Driver Simulator Enhancement Project

Notice Description

The provision of an upgrade to the Hardware & Software components of the existing estate of Train Driver Simulators, along with providing ongoing maintenance, support and spare part management. Included within the project scope are: Upgrade hardware on current estate of 9 train driver simulators . Upgrade core software. Procure new equipment (Inc. lite/desktop simulators, etc) to facilitate with driver training and development activities. Support and Maintenance

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Additional hardware, spares and software, including development

Renewal: Yearly Extensions to supply maintenance and supply

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055119
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077722-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34150000 - Simulators

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,852,099 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jan 2026 - 15 Jan 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED
Contact Name
Daniel Ronan
Contact Email
procurement@gwr.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN1 1HL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRANSURB SIMULATIONS

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