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Glass Installation Support

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves Northern Trains Limited, a central government public authority in the UK, which has awarded a contract for glass installation support to PSV Glass & Glazing Limited. The procurement focuses on providing glass replacement services for Class 170/195/331 train units. This direct award contract, valued at £320,000, encompasses services in regions UKC, UKD, and UKE, with the contract period set from 30th January 2026 to 30th January 2028. The procurement process is completed through a direct award method due to the technical capabilities and unique qualifications of the supplier, as stipulated under relevant UK regulations. The award was announced on 20th January 2026, and the standstill period is noted to end on 29th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in railway maintenance and services, including those specialising in glass installation and repair. Companies with expertise in rail safety certifications, Personal Track Safety (PTS) qualifications, and familiarity with depot and track work are well-suited to participate. The focus on technical qualifications suggests that businesses with established credentials in safety-critical engineering, swift response capabilities, and comprehensive support services will find the environment conducive for growth and expansion. This contract emphasises efficiency and minimal downtime, promising an advantageous partnership for skilled service providers in the rail industry.

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Notice Title

Glass Installation Support

Notice Description

To provide a glass replacement fitment service to the Purchaser's Class 170/195/331 units. To be achieved by providing suitably qualified services teams, compliant glass parts, materials and the necessary tools and equipment as specified by the train manufacturer to safely carry out the services.

Procurement Information

PSV Glass & Glazing Limited is uniquely positioned to supply, store, and install glass across a range of NTL's fleets operated across multiple depots and outstations across the north of England. They offer a comprehensive call-out service throughout the year, ensuring response within 24 hours as to provide minimal downtime of units out of service following damage and/ or vandalism to our fleets. Key Qualifications and Accreditations: - Rail Safety Accreditations: PSV holds all necessary rail safety certifications for depot and track work, including RISQS accreditation for rolling stock glass installation in the UK rail industry. - PTS Certification: PSV staff possess Personal Track Safety (PTS) cards, ensuring compliance with GM/RT 2450 standards for the qualification of suppliers of safety-critical engineering products and services can be installed across the network. - FORS Accreditation: PSV is FORS accredited, demonstrating their commitment to safety, efficiency, and environmental protection in their operations. - RAMs Requirements: PSV meets all necessary Risk Assessment and Method Statements (RAMs) requirements to work across all Northern Train Limited (NTL) depots and outstations. - Technical Capabilities: PSV's ERP system provides access schematic diagrams of NTL's fleet, facilitating accurate glass identification and efficient electronic booking and tracking of all jobs. Given these qualifications and capabilities, NTL is invoking the exemption under Schedule 5, Paragraph 6 of the PA23 Regulations, citing "(a)due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required, and (b)there are no reasonable alternatives to those goods, services or works." as the basis for waiving the competitive tender process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060a74
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005044-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@northernrailway.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6JT
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PSV GLASS & GLAZING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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