Planning

MK4 OH2 (Overhaul 2) VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instructions) Work and Bogie Overhaul

TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)

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Planning

09 Jan 2026 at 14:34

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process currently at the planning stage involves Transport for Wales Rail Limited (Utility Buyer), a public authority under sub-central government regulations. The project titled "MK4 OH2 (Overhaul 2) VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instructions) Work and Bogie Overhaul" is set within the railway industry category and is located in the United Kingdom. This procurement process, initiated as a tender, includes key activities such as an online market engagement session on 26th January 2026. Interested suppliers must register their interest by 22nd January 2026. This initiative, dating to 9th January 2026, targets services such as vehicle maintenance, corrosion repair, and bogie overhaul, organised into two lots. The formal notice for future tenders is expected by 2nd February 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialised in rolling stock repair and maintenance services. SMEs are notably encouraged to participate, catering to the scope of work that includes detailed overhauls and associated components servicing for both mechanical and electrical equipment. Business growth is fostered through long-term contracts extending from July 2026 to August 2028, with a projected high-value range underscoring the project’s significance. Companies capable of fulfilling these requirements will find this an appealing opportunity, especially those with expertise in large-scale vehicle maintenance and refurbishment. Consequently, businesses equipped to handle the logistical and technical demands of such railway projects stand to benefit significantly.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MK4 OH2 (Overhaul 2) VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instructions) Work and Bogie Overhaul

Notice Description

Procurement of OH2 (Overhaul 2) VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instructions) Work, corrosion repair, painting and associated movements, Bogie Overhaul, into 2 lots. Lot 1 * Completion of the OH2 minus scope on 8 trains, each consisting of one DVT (driving van trailer) and 5 passenger coaches, totalling 48 vehicles. * High level summary of Scope: Overhaul or replacement of: Removal of bogies and fitment of overhauled bogies Gangways Door gear and control equipment Pneumatic hoses Drawgear and couplers DVT brake equipment including brake controller and all control valves Electrical equipment (WSP, isolation switches) Batteries Inter-vehicle Jumpers o Inspection/repair of all exterior panels and underframe structure and completion of associated corrosion repairs o Vehicle testing o Vehicle painting Lot 2 * Bogie Overhaul. Estimated value stated is above threshold based on historical spend and current scope; precise value withheld due to commercial sensitivity.

Planning Information

The Authority are using this Preliminary Market Engagement Notice to identify supplier interest in this upcoming requirement. The Authority is holding an online market engagement session via Microsoft Teams on the 26th January 2026, starting at 13:30 and concluding at 14:30. The Authority may answer questions and request feedback via a questionnaire. To register your interest in taking part, please complete this Microsoft Form (please copy and paste the below link into your browser): https://forms.office.com/e/r7uJJVQTgj by the 22nd January 2026. Any issues with completing the form, please email supplychain@tfw.wales by the 22nd January 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0602fe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001925-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts

50221300 - Repair and maintenance services of locomotive wheelsets

50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock

50224000 - Reconditioning services of rolling stock

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 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
TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)
Contact Name
Curtis Jordan
Contact Email
supplychain@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
Not specified
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Pontypridd Town
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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