Planning

Overhaul of Jumpers for S Stock Metropolitan Line Fleet

LONDON UNDERGROUND LIMITED

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Planning

05 Mar 2026 at 15:01

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

London Underground Limited is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Overhaul of Jumpers for S Stock Metropolitan Line Fleet." This project, set under the special regime for utilities, seeks to renew the jumper systems on Metropolitan line trains to ensure compliance and facilitate fleet maintenance activities. Managed from London, this procurement falls within the railway industry category, specifically targeting services related to locomotives and associated components. The overhaul process will encompass both parts and labour services. A direct award method is being used for this procurement, with a gross value of £1,200,000. The planned timeline for the contract begins on 22 July 2026 and ends on 28 December 2028, with essential documentation initially published on 5 March 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in railway maintenance, repair, and fleet management services within the United Kingdom. Companies adept in providing intricate electronic systems and comprehensive overhaul solutions would be well-suited to engage with this contract. Given the procurement method involves a direct award, established businesses with proven track records in similar projects may have an advantage. This could lead to substantial business growth, allowing the successful supplier to reinforce their presence and expertise within the transport sector. The future notice date, set for 9 March 2026, offers additional time for interested parties to prepare their service offerings adequately.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Overhaul of Jumpers for S Stock Metropolitan Line Fleet

Notice Description

This procurement covers the overhaul of the Jumper system on the London Underground Metropolitan line trains, required to renew the jumper system compliance and to support the fleet overhaul activities. The jumper systems which are bespoken to the Metropolitan line fleet, are used to electronically link adjacent cars, enabling seamless and integrated transfer of power and communication signals throughout the train. They have not been replaced since the fleet's introduction, approximately 16 years ago, hence are now due for overhaul in line with the train maintenance regime. The scope comprises both parts and labour services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06633f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020005-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
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

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

50111000 - Fleet management, repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jul 2026 - 28 Dec 2028 2-3 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
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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
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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