Tender

WYCA - 22 Stations - Design Development

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

Northern Trains Limited, a public authority within the central government based in York, United Kingdom, is undertaking a procurement process titled "WYCA - 22 Stations - Design Development". This tender involves site surveying and design development for 22 stations with the procurement focusing on construction work and architectural, engineering, and inspection services, taking place in the UKE4 region. As part of the current tender stage, potential businesses have until 19th December 2025 to submit bids. The procurement method is an open competition, suitable for services under utility special regimes with a total contract value of approximately £250,000 (gross), expected to commence on 9th February 2026 and conclude on 30th April 2026.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in construction, architectural designs, and engineering services. Businesses that can offer high-quality innovative solutions, compliance with disability access requirements, and a focus on sustainable and reliable materials will find this project well-suited to their capabilities. Given its open competition nature, this procurement allows both large and small enterprises to bid, widening the scope for companies looking to expand their market presence and contribute to pivotal infrastructure developments. The emphasis on quality and social value as evaluation criteria further incentivises businesses dedicated to delivering superior service while supporting community goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WYCA - 22 Stations - Design Development

Notice Description

WYCA - 22 Stations - Design Development - Site survey of 22 stations along with associated design activities in line with the below: *Development of a detailed Bill of Quantities (BoQ) aligned with the specific standards and requirements detailed in this tender. Compile of a complete set of B of Q's highlighting all works & materials required broken down by station. *Production of design proposals that clearly illustrate the proposed interventions at each station, including layouts, General Arrangement and locations of proposed key features such as accessible toilet pods, step-free routes, compliant signage, and tactile surfaces. *Pre-feasibility. Option selection. (GRIP 1-3)* *As part of the work the reliability and maintainability of equipment is to be considered. *The work should consider extent of station lease boundary, and any changes required to accommodate the works. Any access permits/ consents will be obtained by the PC i.e. listed building & LLC. *All required legislation and applicable standards to be identified and compliance to be evidenced. *It is to be assumed there will be a need to involve Network Rail ASPRO therefore it is for the Contractor to provide a fee for attendance to design review meetings, IDC Meeting in accordance with NR/L2/CIV/003 standards. * *All utility requirements such as water, sewage and power are to be considered. *Ensure that all relevant proposed access and egress routes from any new equipment installed are to be DDA compliant. *Review of current access and entry routes ensuring they are compliant with DDA requirements. To propose interventions to align with Accessibility legislation/ compliance. Where used throughout this notice, the meaning of Train Operating Companies includes all and any of those train operating companies who, currently or in the future, provide services for the carriage of passengers by railway: under a franchise agreement with the Secretary of State within the meaning of section 23(3) of the Railways Act 1993 or under, or secured under, the Secretary of State's duty in section 30(1) of the Railways Act 1993; or in accordance with legislation which supersedes or amends the powers referred to in a) and b), including where such powers are transferred from the Secretary of State to another body. The list of current providers of services for the carriage of passengers by railway under these provisions can be found at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/public-register-of-rail-passenger-contracts. Novation or Assignment The contract may be novated or assigned by Northern Trains Ltd to Train Operating Companies, or to DFT Operator Limited (company number: 07141122) or any successor parent company to a Train Operating Company, following a corporate restructuring or similar circumstance. Other Information Northern Trains Limited expressly reserves the right: not to award any suppliers the contract referred to in this notice; and in no circumstances will the customer be liable for any costs incurred by the suppliers. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta E-Sourcing Portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/B2639TR962 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/B2639TR962 To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=995537352

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e3fa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075255-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£208,333 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£208,333 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
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
NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@northernrailway.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6JT
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE4 West Yorkshire

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

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