Planning

Refurbishment to Tram Cars

SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Planning

10 Jul 2025 at 09:26

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is initiating a tender for the refurbishment of tram cars, under the planning stage of the procurement process. This initiative, classified under the services category, involves extensive maintenance and repair works on the South Yorkshire Supertram system. The project, located in Sheffield, United Kingdom (region code UKE32), is expected to commence on 1st December 2025 and conclude by 31st March 2027, with a potential for renewal until 31st December 2027. Key planning activities are scheduled, including two open days on 17th and 18th July 2025 for interested bidders, with final proposals due by 31st July 2025. This refurbishment is pivotal to the broader renewal programme for the Supertram system, indicating significant investment and improvement in public transportation infrastructure.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in rail maintenance and refurbishment services. Businesses capable of delivering the full scope of work, including structural, electrical, and mechanical refurbishments, will find this project well-suited to their capabilities. The procurement process allows for submissions by consortiums or main contractors with sub-contractors, fostering collaborative bids. Moreover, this initiative not only aims to enhance the tram system but also promotes long-term involvement, aligning with future tender notices anticipated by 29th August 2025. Consequently, this project offers a strategic entry point for firms aiming to establish or expand their presence in the public transport services sector within the UK's sub-central government authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Refurbishment to Tram Cars

Notice Description

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is a formal partnership of councils that shapes policy and leads on decision-making. Formed in 2014, the constituent members of the Mayoral Combined Authority are Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, and Doncaster councils. SYMCA own the South Yorkshire Supertram System, which commenced operation in 1994. SYMCA is now embarking on wide ranging renewal programme of Supertram that will see significant investment and improvement across all aspects of the system over the coming years

Planning Information

SYMCA are holding two open days and interested bidders should email david.nichols@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk to request a slot on Thursday 17th July 2025 or Friday 18th July 2025 to view the proposed refurbishment faculties at Nunnery Depot, Woodbourn Road, Sheffield S9 3LS and view a sample tram and reports. The opportunity is only open to suppliers who can carry out the full scope of works which includes but not limited to: Removing bogies for SYMCA to refurb Stripping off existing body shell Replacing floors and floor coverings Replacement of Windscreen Wiper Linkages Replacement of Saloon Heaters and Thermostats Air Leak repairs Pressure Switches Articulation Inspection Sanding System Refurbishment Flange Lubrication System Refurbishment Windows Excluding the Windscreen Cab Windscreens Cubicle sealing Roof Electrical Conduit Repairs Electrical Inspection Saloon Doors Replacement of Cab Desk Pushbuttons, Switches and Indicators Drainage Preparation for Corrosion Repairs Reassembly of the tram after completion of the Corrosion Repairs Horns Any contractor bidding may submit as a consortium or main contractor with sub-contractors

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055c95
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038828-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
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
SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Refurbishment to tram cars
Contact Email
david.nichols@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2BQ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE32 Sheffield
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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