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Planning

17 May 2026 at 18:52

PlanningUpdate

13 Mar 2026 at 17:28

Planning

13 Mar 2026 at 16:42

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London (TfL) is in the planning stage of a procurement process for "Track Welding and Grinding" services. This tender is aimed at providing rail welding and grinding services for London's Underground, Elizabeth Line, and other TfL-operated networks. The procurement falls under the "services" category, specifically focusing on the repair and maintenance of railways. The projected contract period spans from 2nd July 2027 to 1st July 2035, with procurement activities including a framework agreement. Key upcoming milestones include a future notice set for 14th September 2026 and market engagement activities from 20th April to 20th May 2026. Businesses interested in the procurement will need to participate in various engagement activities scheduled by TfL, headquartered at 5 Endeavour Square, London.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services related to railways. Companies that offer track welding, rail grinding, and related maintenance services, particularly those capable of responding to defects and unplanned interventions, are well-suited to compete for this contract. With a total estimated value of £98 million, this tender allows businesses to engage with TfL, validating and refining the delivery models while understanding cost drivers. Enterprises with robust compliance, quality assurance records, and agile operational structure will particularly benefit from engaging in this opportunity to forge extended relationships with TfL through the projected long-term service commitments.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Track Welding and Grinding

Notice Description

Track welding and grinding for the London Underground, Elizabeth Line and other TfL modes network.

Planning Information

The authority may undertake the following engagement activities: • Publication of a market briefing pack • Supplier briefing session • Structured questionnaire issued to suppliers • Optional one-to-one supplier engagement meetings • Written clarification questions and responses Suppliers interested in participating in the engagement should register their interest by emailing ValentinaVelcheva@tfl.gov.uk the following information: 1. Company name and company registered number 2. Contact name and email address Further information, briefing documents and engagement invitations will be provided to registered suppliers. Estimated period over which the market engagement is expected to take place is 20/04/2026 to 20/05/2026. Participation in this engagement is voluntary and will not confer any advantage in any future procurement process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066a56
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045166-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£98,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Sep 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2027 - 1 Jul 2035 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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