Planning

Supply, Repair and Overhaul of Cattron Remote Controller Units and Associated Components

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED

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Planning

19 Jan 2026 at 10:34

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited is initiating a tender process for the "Supply, Repair and Overhaul of Cattron Remote Controller Units and Associated Components," underscoring a focus on services within the utilities sector. The procurement, currently in the planning stage as of 19th January 2026, is targeting providers capable of supplying OEM-approved spare parts for radio control equipment along with maintenance services. The project is estimated to hold a value of £1,688,531, with the entire contract running from 31st January 2026 to 31st January 2029. Potential suppliers should take note of this opportunity to partner with a central government public authority headquartered in London.

This tender opens substantial business growth prospects, especially for enterprises skilled in the repair and maintenance services of rolling stock. The suitability criteria indicate opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it advantageous for smaller businesses to compete. Engaging in this process not only allows companies to cater to an esteemed client like Network Rail but also enhances their profile in the sector by fulfilling critical infrastructure-related contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply, Repair and Overhaul of Cattron Remote Controller Units and Associated Components

Notice Description

To provide OEM approved spare parts for the radio control equipment and maintenance services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060869
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004227-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,688,531 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Jan 20263 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jan 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
Contact Name
Irene Boateng
Contact Email
irene.boateng@networkrail.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8SW
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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