Planning

Passenger Information system (PIS) replacement on the Victoria Line

LONDON UNDERGROUND LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

20 Feb 2026 at 09:17

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

19 Feb 2026 at 16:32

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

London Underground Limited, with Transport for London (TfL) acting as the procuring entity, is currently in the planning stage for the replacement of the Passenger Information System (PIS) on the Victoria Line, aiming to tackle obsolescence and enhance maintainability over the long term. The procurement is classified under the utilities regime with a focus on goods, specifically within the closed-circuit television and railway sectors. This engagement is scheduled in London, United Kingdom, and has preliminary activities marked for completion by 27th March 2026. The procurement process involves competitive flexible procedures, with an anticipated subsequent notice expected by 27th April 2027, and the contract period begins on 12th January 2028, concluding on 11th January 2032.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in modern passenger information systems and related technologies like closed-circuit surveillance systems and railway applications. Companies with expertise in delivering innovative solutions for public transport infrastructure will find this project well aligned with their capabilities. Smaller enterprises also stand a chance, given the suitability requirements for SMEs. Engaging in this procurement process can not only expand a company's portfolio within the public transportation sector but also establish vital connections with a major player like TfL, facilitating growth in both regional and international markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Passenger Information system (PIS) replacement on the Victoria Line

Notice Description

Transport for London (TfL) is exploring a full replacement of the Passenger Information System (PIS) on the Victoria Line to address obsolescence and improve long term supportability. With this exercise TfL would like to understand supplier capability and delivery approaches for a modern PIS that is like for like with the existing physical design and installation arrangement.

Planning Information

If you are interested in taking part in this market engagement, please send an email to Inga Skutane - Procurement Manager at IngaSkutane@tfl.gov.uk. TfL is looking to initially start with a questionnaire sent via email. However, depending on responses TfL may extend the engagement period and undertake further engagement in the form of presentations, clarification questions, interviews, site visits, and similar activities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06589b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015495-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

32231000 - Closed-circuit television apparatus

32234000 - Closed-circuit television cameras

32235000 - Closed-circuit surveillance system

34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Apr 20272 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jan 2028 - 11 Jan 2032 4-5 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
LONDON UNDERGROUND LIMITED
Additional Buyers

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ingaskutane@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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