Planning

Vessel Engine - Maintenance, Servicing and Spares

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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PlanningUpdate

06 Feb 2026 at 10:16

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

05 Feb 2026 at 12:44

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Transport for London (TfL) involves the sourcing of maintenance, servicing, and spares provision for QSK19 vessel engines at Woolwich Ferry. This contract, classified under the industry category of engines and engine parts, as well as repair, maintenance, and associated services related to marine equipment, is set in London, United Kingdom. Currently in the planning stage, TfL has initiated preliminary market engagement, inviting expressions of interest from potential suppliers. The response deadline for interested parties is the 16th of February, 2026, with the procurement expected to commence in June 2026 and extend for up to five years, including potential extensions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in marine equipment maintenance and engine parts to establish or expand their portfolio with a major public authority. Ideal candidates would be companies with capabilities in providing comprehensive servicing solutions and a history of handling substantial contracts. By engaging with TfL, businesses can considerably enhance their visibility and credibility within the public transport sector, potentially leading to further opportunities. The utilities special regime indicates specifically robust competition frameworks, appealing to firms experienced with competitive tendering and public sector engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Vessel Engine - Maintenance, Servicing and Spares

Notice Description

Transport for London is seeking a supplier to provide Maintenance, Servicing and Spares provision for the newly to be installed QSK19 Vessel engines at Woolwich Ferry. The contract is expected to commence in June 2026 and last for up to 5years including extensions.

Planning Information

Transport for London (TfL) invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced suppliers with the capability and capacity to deliver the full scope of the required services. Suppliers are requested to contact the email address provided below to confirm whether they intend to submit an expression of interest. Please include a brief rationale outlining your decision to participate or not participate in this market engagement exercise. Contact: HemalPatel@tfl.gov.uk Response deadline: 5pm, 16/02/2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0648da
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010802-2026
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
Not specified
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

34310000 - Engines and engine parts

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Feb 20266 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Jun 2026 - 10 Jun 2029 3-4 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 LONDON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
hemalpatel@tfl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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