Planning

Cradle Maintenance Service

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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PlanningUpdate

11 Jul 2025 at 07:36

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

24 Jun 2025 at 11:30

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London (TfL), a central government public authority located at 5 Endeavour Square, London, is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process involving cradle maintenance and refurbishment services. This initiative targets four Building Maintenance Units (BMUs) situated at two locations: Palestra House and 5 Endeavour Square, both in London. The procurement method is a Preliminary Market Engagement exercise, allowing interested suppliers to register by the extended due date of 18th July 2026. The industry categories involved comprise overhaul and refurbishment work, hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment, and building and facilities management services. Notably, the contract period is set to commence on 5th January 2026 and end on 23rd June 2026, with an estimated contract value of £800,000 GBP.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialised in maintenance, refurbishment, and compliance with strict industry standards such as LOLER, PUWER, and the CDM Regulations. The project's unique requirements—like conducting site works primarily outside of business hours—present a competitive edge for providers able to demonstrate flexibility and comprehensive technical capabilities. SMEs are encouraged to participate, highlighting the potential for smaller enterprises to expand by delivering innovative solutions and ensuring full operational compliance of the BMUs. This is an excellent opportunity for companies capable of contributing to key assessments about market capacity, delivery methods, and cost efficiencies in the London area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cradle Maintenance Service

Notice Description

Purpose of this Engagement Transport for London (TfL) is undertaking early market engagement (EME) to inform the potential procurement of cradle maintenance and refurbishment services for four Building Maintenance Units (BMUs) located across two operational properties: * 2 x BMUs (Cradles) at Palestra House, London * 2 x BMUs (Cradles) at 5 Endeavour Square, London The intent of this engagement is to: * Assess market capacity and capability * Refine the scope of requirements * Test TfL's proposed delivery and procurement approach * Explore innovation and market best practice Suppliers are invited to register their interest and contribute views on deliverability, timescales, risks, and cost drivers for the proposed scope. 2. Scope of Proposed Works The refurbishment programme aims to restore the listed BMUs to full operational and statutory compliance. The following scope outline is indicative only and may evolve as a result of this engagement. Key Requirements (to be confirmed at tender stage): * Comprehensive overhaul of four BMUs in line with BS6037:2020 and BS1808:2015 * Compliance with: o LOLER 1998 (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) o PUWER 1998 (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations) o CDM Regulations 2015 o Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 o PASMA and SAFed guidance * Submission of a detailed technical proposal at tender stage, including: o Material specifications, coatings, load capacities, and structural detailing o Project programme and phased delivery methodology o Quality assurance and site safety measures * Site works to be undertaken primarily outside business hours (i.e. weekends) * Contractor-led site familiarisation visits (mandatory) * Submission of all documentation upon completion: o Project management documentation o Site safety audits o Photographic records o Post-works commissioning sign-off for Facilities Management teams

Planning Information

TfL invites suppliers to participate in this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise by registering their interest in this procurement activity The engagement process consists of the following key steps: 1. Registering Interest - Suppliers who wish to participate should express their interest by emailing jasonswallow@tfl.gov.uk or mark.white1@tube.tfl.gov.uk and quoting 'Cradle Maintenance Services- Registering interest'. We encourage all interested suppliers, regardless of size, to take part in this process. Your insights and expertise will be invaluable in shaping our approach. If you have any questions about the process, please do not hesitate to get in touch : jasonswallow@tfl.gov.uk or mark.white1@tube.tfl.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055286
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039104-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Jul 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 23 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
bsfaribaadministration@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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