Tender

Provision of CVL Transformation Works - Track, Drainage and Level Boarding (TDLB)

TRANSPORT FOR WALES

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

16 Jan 2026 at 14:18

Planning

05 Dec 2025 at 14:08

Planning

13 Nov 2025 at 15:47

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for Wales is actively engaging in an open tender process titled "Provision of CVL Transformation Works – Track, Drainage and Level Boarding" under the industry category of engineering and construction works. This procurement covers various Core Valley Lines and Network Rail stations, specifically targeting enhancements in track, drainage, and level boarding. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with the tender period concluding on 27th February 2026. Located in Wales, United Kingdom, the procurement follows the open procedure method under the Welsh devolved regulations. Key dates include the tender enquiry period ending on 9th February 2026, and the contract award period concluding by 27th March 2026. The anticipated contract duration spans from 5th May 2026 to 28th May 2027.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in civil engineering, construction, and infrastructure development. With a gross value of £6,360,000 and an emphasis on track and drainage enhancements, the project is well-suited for contractors with experience in transportation infrastructure. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate due to their eligibility outlined in the suitability criteria. The open procedure method ensures transparency and broad opportunity for contractors to demonstrate competitive pricing and quality proposals, thereby fostering potential business growth and establishing significant contributions to regional transportation improvements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of CVL Transformation Works - Track, Drainage and Level Boarding (TDLB)

Notice Description

TfW are looking to appoint a contractor to deliver track, drainage and associated level boarding (TDLB) enhancements at a number of Core Valley Lines and Network Rail stations. As part of the TfW Core Valley Line (CVL) Transformation works, there is a requirement to improve the train services by increasing the speed of trains, increasing the frequency and reliability of services and to improve the passenger experience by providing level boarding at stations. To achieve these improvements the network will require new track and drainage infrastructure and improved platforms. A summary of the Works to be constructed as part of the Contract Scope include: Cathays LSI - Track Works Caerphilly Station - Track and Level Boarding Cardiff Central Station - Track Works Danescourt Drainage Mountain Ash to Fernhill Track Drainage Various Buffer Stop Enhancements and Replacements TfW intends to award further track, drainage and level boarding works through one of its live track contracts prior to the December 2026 timetable change, further details of which can be found in the ITT documents on etenderwales.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Scope for level boarding works to be varied into agreement

Planning Information

TfW wish to engage with suppliers interested in CVL Track Drainage and Level Boarding (TDLB). We plan to hold an online session to appraise interested bidders of the likely scope of work, and our timescales and route to market. The event is taking place on Wednesday 10th December 2025. To register please complete this Microsoft Form by 5pm Friday 5th December 2025. If the link doesn't allow you to click it, please copy and paste into your web browser: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JNDchxkwJkiZVrp2sqBP9GQHxZZpmRBEpZb6y9KNSQVUNkFBQlgxVVVJWUwxVDNEVFRYRU1NQkc1NC4u Alternatively, to register please email supplychain@tfw.wales with your full name, and full email address, and full name and email address of your proposed attendees, and also include if there are any specific agenda items you wish to see covered during the engagement session.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e0ba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003936-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

45230000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,300,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,300,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
6 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 28 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Contact Name
Curtis Jordan
Contact Email
procurement@tfw.wales
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 4TH
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Pontypridd Town
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

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