Tender

CET Work at Barry Depot

TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)

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Tender

20 Feb 2026 at 16:54

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for Wales Rail Limited, a sub-central government utility buyer, is seeking tenders for Mobile Controlled Emission Toilet (CET) machines at Barry Depot. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the pumps industry. The tender is currently in the . The open competition method has been applied, and bidders are invited to submit their proposals by 13 March 2026. Enquiries related to this tender can be made until 6 March 2026. Located in Pontypridd, the organisation's contact point is Edward Jones, with a contract period envisaged from 1 May 2026 to 1 May 2027.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises capable of providing mobile tankers with specifications matching the requirements of the Stadler 756 trains. Companies experienced in manufacturing or supplying emission control equipment and pumps stand a good chance of winning the contract, as quality and price are critical award criteria, with a respective focus of 60% on quality and 40% on price. Enterprises able to deliver to the United Kingdom and adhere to the specified procurement criteria should consider competing. The estimated contract value amounts to £166,666, providing lucrative prospects for businesses aiming to expand their operational footprint in the rail infrastructure sector.

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Notice Title

CET Work at Barry Depot

Notice Description

Tender notice for Mobile CET at Barry Depot - The CET machines will be stored undercover within the contained area and also charged withing the contained area. The underfoot area of the contained section is a concrete hardstanding able to withstand the movement of a mobile CET tanker. Lighting levels are deemed sufficient for CET tanker operations. To facilitate the CET operation 3 and 4 car 756 rolling stock, it is proposed that 2 x mobile CET tankers are required. Stadler 756 CET tank volume is 1 tank of 300 litres for both 3 and 4 car trains, with 1 toilet module per train. Tanking water will be provided on site with existing hoses and reels. No potable water required on 756 trains. Mobile CET machine should be around double the size of the 756 tank volume. Please see specification for all associated hoses and connections. All connectors should also be of the non-drip variety. Mobile CET machines are required for service by 10th May 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0659a8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015847-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42122000 - Pumps

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£166,666 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£166,666 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 1 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)
Contact Name
Edward Jones
Contact Email
procurement@tfw.wales
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 4TH
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Pontypridd Town
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

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