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

Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

29 Jan 2026 at 15:10

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Planning

19 Jan 2026 at 10:34

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited, a central government public authority based in London, UK, has completed a procurement process titled "Supply, Repair and Overhaul of Cattron Remote Controller Units and Associated Components." The tender involves the provision of OEM-approved spare parts and maintenance services for radio control equipment used on Network Rail fleets. The procurement method used was a direct award to ensure the maintenance adheres to manufacturer standards and retains OEM warranties. The contract, valued at approximately £1,688,531, commenced on 31st January 2026 and is scheduled to run until 31st January 2029, with potential extensions available. This procurement falls under the utilities sector and is classified under repair and maintenance services of rolling stock.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services, particularly those that can provide OEM-compliant spare parts and services. Suppliers with existing capabilities in servicing rail-related equipment and those capable of managing supply chain challenges concerning electronic components may find significant growth potential in engaging with Network Rail. SMEs and VCSEs are considered suitable for this contract, indicating that smaller enterprises or social-value-oriented businesses could compete effectively, enhancing innovation and competitive pricing within this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

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

Notice Description

The procurement is for services from the OEM Cattron to provide OEM spare parts for control equipment used on board various Network Rail fleets used for track maintenance and renewal. The scope comprises two main activities 1) Providing OEM approved spare parts for the radio control equipment 2) providing maintenance services according to OEM standards for both the fixed equipment on the rail vehicles and the portable controller handsets and carry cases.

Procurement Information

Network Rail requires spare parts from the OEM (Cattron) to guarantee functionality, reliability and to retain OEM warranties on the equipment. For maintenance services of its equipment, the UK branch of the supplier provides these to ensure equipment is maintained to manufacturer/OEM standards.

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/008132-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
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
£1,688,531 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jan 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8SW
Postcode Area
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

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