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P-3346 Supply of B7R Camshaft Kits

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This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

18 Feb 2026 at 16:04

Award

17 Feb 2026 at 15:04

Tender

14 Nov 2025 at 10:17

Summary of the contracting process

Translink, a public undertaking located in Belfast, is engaged in the procurement titled "P-3346 Supply of B7R Camshaft Kits," aimed at renewing its Volvo B7R engines to ensure bus reliability. This contract initially covers a period of three years, with potential extensions of up to two years, and has reached the award stage as of 18 February 2026. Ballymena Engine Spares Limited has been designated as the supplier, with the contract starting on 23 February 2026 and running until 22 February 2029. The procurement falls under the category of goods and involves the open competition method, adhering to Northern Irish devolved regulations. The procurement gross value is £220,000, highlighting significant commercial opportunities ahead.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in engine parts and familiar with the needs of public transport undertakings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) might find themselves well-positioned to compete, given the open competition structure and the specific industry focus on engine reliability improvements. Being awarded a supply contract with Translink presents an opportunity for businesses, especially those based in the UK, to enhance their visibility and credibility within the public transport sector. The procurement emphasises commercial viability and conformance with stringent requirements, providing a competitive edge to well-prepared contenders capable of delivering high-quality engine components.

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Notice Title

P-3346 Supply of B7R Camshaft Kits

Notice Description

Translink is undertaking an asset renewal programme of Volvo B7R engines to support bus reliability. To aid this programme, Translink seeks a competent contractor to provide Volvo B7R Camshaft Kits. This will be an initial 3 year contract with possible further extensions for up to 2 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e118
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014931-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34310000 - Engines and engine parts

34312000 - Engine parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSLINK
Contact Name
Megan Reeves
Contact Email
etni@translink.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 7LX
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BALLYMENA ENGINE SPARES

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