Tender

EMR/SH/01 Class 360 Maintenance/Refurbishment Moves

TRANSPORT UK EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED

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Tender

12 Jan 2026 at 10:57

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

TRANSPORT UK EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED is currently seeking suppliers for the "EMR/SH/01 Class 360 Maintenance/Refurbishment Moves" tender, which falls under the services category, specifically related to the maintenance and transport of railway vehicles. This public procurement process, initiated on 12th January 2026, is being conducted through a competitive flexible procedure. Located in the United Kingdom, the project requires transporting Class 360 units between key depots in Northampton and Cricklewood. Interested parties must submit their expressions of interest by 4th February 2026, with an enquiry deadline on 28th January 2026. The tendering process includes an expression of interest stage, a procurement-specific questionnaire, initiation to tender, and an optional negotiation stage. The contract, valued at £2,000,000, offers a two-year term with an option to extend, with the contract award anticipated by 13th July 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in transportation, logistics, and railway maintenance services. Companies with expertise in the safe and cost-efficient movement of large railway units will find this opportunity particularly attractive. Businesses capable of adapting to changing logistics and environmental considerations, while maintaining high service standards, are well-suited to compete in this procurement. The contract's scope includes ensuring timely deliveries and meeting strict safety and regulatory compliance requirements, creating room for innovation and service development. By engaging with Transport UK, businesses will contribute to efficient rail operations across the East Midlands and potentially advance their service offerings in the railway industry sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EMR/SH/01 Class 360 Maintenance/Refurbishment Moves

Notice Description

Transport UK (Operations) Limited ("Transport UK") (formerly known as Abellio Transport Holdings Limited) is dedicated to offering safer, more reliable and easier rail journeys. A leading transport operating group, Transport UK focuses on transforming the industry and working with partners to offer a more convenient and better service to make people's lives easier. Transport UK runs train operators East Midlands Railway and West Midlands Railway (including its sub-brand, London Northwestern Railway), as well as the MerseyRail concession in a 50:50 joint venture with Serco. It operates Transport UK London Bus services with 700 buses on over 47 London routes, has recently invested in a major new depot and will shortly introduce electric buses on a number of its routes. Midlands Limited is pleased and proud to be the operator of EMR. It's our vision to drive the East Midlands towards a brighter future, working in partnership to connect cities, support communities and create easier journeys for everyone. EMR operates 21x Class 360 Electric Multiple Units between Corby and London St Pancras. The fleet is maintained at Bedford Cauldwell Depot; heavy maintenance, and a forthcoming fleet refurbishment, will be undertake at Siemens' depot at Northampton Kings Heath - Therefore, the units will require movement to and from Kings Heath for these maintenance events. The Class 360s are a 4 car EMU, built by Siemens under the Desiro Classic series of trains. They are fitted with Dellner 12 couplers at a height of 925mm above Rail level. Braking is available through the electrical head via either PWM signal or 3 step braking with enhanced emergency braking. Suppliers are requested to provide EMR with a proposal for the movement of Class 360 units between Kettering Depot Sidings and Northampton Kings Heath Depot. Additionally, we require the option for collection/delivery between Northampton Kings Heath Depot and Cricklewood A-E sidings. EMR recognises that markets and businesses are changing at an ever-increasing pace. The requirements detailed in this document are, therefore, the minimum acceptable to EMR and the Supplier should consider where they are capable of development of services within their offer in order to meet EMR's requirements. Aims In delivering this contract, EMR requires the Supplier to undertake the following: * Safe Transportation - ensure the safe movement of Class 360 train sets, adhering to all safety regulations and standards and without damage * Timely delivery - planning and co-ordination to meet delivery schedules * Cost Efficiency - minimising costs whilst maintaining high standards of service * Flexibility and Adaptability - able to adapt to changing circumstances * Environmental Considerations - reducing the environmental impact through efficient logistics and use of eco-friendly practices.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract terms will be EMR's Terms and conditions for the supply of services, long form. The Contract will be duration of two years, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months EMR may also compliantly Direct Award a further contract for additional or repeat goods, services or works following initial expiry of the Contract in accordance with the Procurement Act, Schedule 5 Paragraph 8

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060378
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002170-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2028 2-3 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 UK EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC4A 3AG
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
Castle Baynard
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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