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Supply of Door Components for the Central Line Tube Stock.

LONDON UNDERGROUND LIMITED

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27 Feb 2026 at 10:33

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Transport for London (TfL) on behalf of its subsidiary, London Underground Limited, involves the direct award for the supply of door components for the Central Line tube stock. The project includes the procurement of door seals, shaft support brackets, and door glass, vital for maintaining the safe and efficient operation of the train doors. The procurement aligns with the legal framework under the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring technical compatibility by sourcing from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to avoid component incompatibility and technical challenges. The contract, valued at £420,627 in net terms and scheduled for a contract period starting on 7 April 2026, is set to conclude on 31 December 2029, with the possibility of a 12-month extension to adapt to changing requirements.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying railway components, particularly those that specialize in OEM parts. As the procurement process has been directly awarded due to technical compatibility reasons, businesses already associated with OEM manufacturing stand to benefit. Companies focusing on safety-critical and reliable service delivery within the rail transport sector will find substantial growth potential by aligning with standards and protocols outlined in such high-stakes contracts. The contract represents a strategic involvement in supporting London's transportation infrastructure, thus presenting a lucrative avenue for businesses looking to expand their footprint in government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Door Components for the Central Line Tube Stock.

Notice Description

This procurement is for the Supply of door components for the Central Line tube stock The package includes: Stiffener Door Seals - Total: 1,700 Assemblies Components fitted at the bottom section of the door seal to provide stiffness and support door closure. Shaft support Brackets - Total: 789 Assemblies Brackets fitted in the door header area that secure and support the linear shaft to maintain alignment and enable reliable door open close operation. Door Glass - Total: 100 Panels Curved Glass panels fitted within the door leaf.

Procurement Information

TfL does not have the Technical Information such as, specifications, details of materials used & drawings for the above parts in order to effectively conduct a bid and source them from the open market. The use of alternative parts sourced from suppliers other than the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the overhaul of door systems presents a significant risk of component incompatibility and may introduce disproportionate technical challenges during operation. Such deviations from OEM-specified parts could compromise the reliability and safety of the door system because door components are safety critical and therefore must meet the exact OEM specification, safety standards and certification. Use of non-OEM parts could potentially result in incorrect door operation (e.g doors not closing correctly/ door jamming or a in service failure) which may require the train to be removed from service and increases the risk of passenger entrapment or other door related safety risks. Procuring OEM door components ensures full technical compatibility / compliance, reduces safety-related risks, and supports the continued safe, reliable operation and maintenance of the Central Line fleet's door systems. In view of these points TfL is sourcing these parts directly from the OEM. Hence this Direct Award proposed is in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 Section 41, Schedule 5, Paragraph 7 whereby the existing supplier is allowed to partially replace the supplied goods in circumstances where: (a) change in supplier would result in the contracting authority receiving goods that are different from, or incompatible with, the existing goods and (b) the difference or incompatibility would result in disproportionate technical difficulties in operation or maintenance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065df4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017751-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£420,627 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 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
LONDON UNDERGROUND LIMITED
Additional Buyers

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FAIVELEY TRANSPORT TAMWORTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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