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465 TBOX Project - External Open Button

SE TRAINS LIMITED

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27 Mar 2026 at 15:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by SE Trains Limited involves the provision of compliant external door pushbuttons for Brel 465 locomotives, under the project titled "465 TBOX Project - External Open Button." The industry category is primarily related to locomotive parts and rolling stock, with delivery locations across various regions in the United Kingdom including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, and others. The procurement method is a direct award due to urgency, addressing the critical need to maintain or replace door pushbuttons to ensure passenger safety. This process is currently in the award stage, with Craig & Derricott Limited named as the supplier. Key milestones include a future signature date set for 15 April 2026, while the contract period spans from 1 May 2026 to 30 December 2028.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for suppliers of specialised locomotive components, particularly those capable of meeting stringent safety and compliance standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like Craig & Derricott Limited, are particularly well-suited given the project's focus on urgent and critical functionalities, leading to a direct award process. Businesses specialising in railway safety and maintenance solutions will find this procurement an excellent opportunity to expand their footprint across multiple UK regions and contribute to a high-impact public safety initiative by ensuring reliable and compliant train operations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

465 TBOX Project - External Open Button

Notice Description

Provision of Brel 465 PRM compliant external door pushbuttons.

Procurement Information

If door pushbuttons aren't maintained or replaced at the time based overhaul, you risk: People not getting off when they need to Doors opening or staying open when they shouldn't Staff making decisions based on incorrect information All of which can lead to serious injury or fatality.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0676dd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028659-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34631000 - Parts of locomotives or rolling stock

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Dec 2028 2-3 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
SE TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2AU
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CRAIG & DERRICOTT

Further Information

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