Tender

1972TS Supply of Electrical Harnesses for RVAR Project

LONDON UNDERGROUND LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

25 Jun 2025 at 15:21

Planning

25 Jun 2025 at 12:35

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London, through its subsidiary London Underground Limited, has initiated a competitive open tender for the supply of electrical harnesses for the RVAR Project, targeting the 1972 Tube Stock on the Bakerloo Line. The procurement process, valued at £1,000,000 in total gross amount, is currently at the active tender stage. Interested suppliers are invited to participate in this opportunity, classified under the utilities special regime and with the goods' delivery location set in the United Kingdom. The procurement method follows a competitive flexible procedure, with a blend of technical and commercial evaluations. Key dates to note include the enquiry period ending on 21st July 2025 and the tender submission deadline by 31st July 2025. The expected contract period spans from January 2026 to January 2029, with potential extensions for unforeseen needs.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses providing low- and medium-voltage cables, coaxial cables, and electrical supplies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as highlighted by the suitability criteria, which favor SME involvement. Suppliers looking to expand within the utilities sector in the UK, particularly those experienced with infrastructure projects and electrical compliance standards, will find this tender an appropriate match. The provided procurement approach ensures a clear process for evaluating and resubmitting bids, allowing companies to align their offerings with the competitive standards set forth by Transport for London, leveraging new business channels potentially facilitated by this high-value procurement exercise.

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Notice Title

1972TS Supply of Electrical Harnesses for RVAR Project

Notice Description

Supply of assorted pre-terminated electrical and data cables to a supplied design ("Harness") for London Underground Limited. Goods required to facilitate compliance to the Rail Vehicle Accessibility Regulations Project for 1972 Tube Stock (Bakerloo Line). Greater detail can be found within the ITT pack on TfL's e-tendering portal, found on; https://service.ariba.com/Supplier.aw

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The contract has the option to purchase more of the same goods as tended for the purpose of replacing accidental damage during install and to allow for any unforeseen delays.

Renewal: The contract has the option to be extended in duration for up to 24 months to facilitate unplanned events.

Planning Information

A small developmental order was placed for less than £125,000 following a small competitive competition to test the cable lengths, connections on a fit, form, and function basis to help inform the technical scope of this procurement. It should be noted that incumbent suppliers are aware of non-exclusivity and the technical specification does allow for all equivalent parts and cable.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055364
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035184-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31321200 - Low- and medium-voltage cable

31321210 - Low-voltage cable

31321220 - Medium-voltage cable

31330000 - Coaxial cable

31650000 - Insulating fittings

31680000 - Electrical supplies and accessories

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jan 2026 - 19 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON UNDERGROUND LIMITED
Additional Buyers

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

Contact Name
Mohamed Salah
Contact Email
mohamedsalah@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
TLI London

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

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