Planning

Provision of Hot Drinks and Vending Services

GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED

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PlanningUpdate

02 Apr 2026 at 13:46

PlanningUpdate

26 Mar 2026 at 09:56

Planning

10 Feb 2026 at 12:05

Planning

24 Nov 2025 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

Govia Thameslink Railway Limited is embarking on a procurement process for the provision of hot drinks and vending services across its locations. The tender has been planned under an open procedure, inviting suitable bidders from the private utility sector to offer vending machine services that include installation and maintenance. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically within the coffee, tea, and snack industry. The procurement is currently at the planning phase, with future notices expected by 7 April 2026. Interested parties will need to submit their proposals electronically by the deadline of 4 May 2026, ahead of the anticipated award period ending on 19 August 2026. The service contract aims to commence on 1 April 2027 and may extend until 2032.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for suppliers specialising in vending services and catering supplies, particularly for small and medium enterprises that align with the suitability criteria. With a gross contract value of £2,190,000, firms that excel in quality and competitive pricing stand to benefit from expanding their business within the railway industry. The scope, which involves equipment provision, maintenance, and varied product offerings, caters to businesses adept in logistics and supply chain management. By tapping into the railway network's expansive market, vendors can leverage their capabilities to enhance service delivery and build long-term commercial partnerships.

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Notice Title

Provision of Hot Drinks and Vending Services

Notice Description

GTR is seeking to appoint a supplier to provide vending machine services for its employees. The scope of services will include the provision, installation, and maintenance of vending machines offering a selection of hot and cold beverages, as well as snacks, at designated depot and office locations across GTR's network. To view this notice, please click here: https://goviathameslinkrailway.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1013126188

Planning Information

Deadline for clarifications 12 December 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e6fe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030983-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

15860000 - Coffee, tea and related products

15894400 - Snacks

15894500 - Vending-machine ingredients

15982000 - Soft drinks

39222000 - Catering supplies

42933000 - Vending machines

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,825,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,825,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
7 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 1 Apr 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3R 8AJ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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