Planning

PIN for ScotRail's Facilities Management Services

SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

30 Mar 2026 at 09:15

Summary of the contracting process

ScotRail Trains Limited is currently in the planning stage for a tender involving Facilities Management Services across its network in Scotland. This process includes both Hard and Soft Facilities Management services as outlined in the Periodic Indicative Notice (PIN), which serves to update potential suppliers on the forthcoming tender strategy. The services fall under the industry category of facilities management, covering approximately 360 staffed and unstaffed stations and multiple depot locations throughout Scotland. The relevant contact person is Fergus Martin, and queries can be directed to procurement@scotrail.co.uk. Businesses interested in engaging can expect further notice on 2nd June 2026, which will offer more information on participation and related activities.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for enterprises specialising in building and facilities management, mechanical and electrical engineering, cleaning, grounds maintenance, and related services. The procurement strategy is expected to enhance compliance with regulations and optimise the operational efficiency of ScotRail's facilities. Companies with expertise in repair and maintenance services, building installations, or environmental services are well-suited to compete as the scope includes a wide range of skills required for maintaining and servicing the extensive infrastructure of ScotRail. Engaging in the market discussions via the ScotRail Wax Portal offers a strategic advantage to those considering a bid, allowing them to tailor proposals effectively.

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Notice Title

PIN for ScotRail's Facilities Management Services

Notice Description

ScotRail will be tendering for Hard and Soft Facilities Management Services and are issuing this Periodic Indicative Notice (PIN) to engage with and provide an update to suppliers on our tender strategy.

Lot Information

Lot 1

ScotRail manage circa 360 staffed and unstaffed stations and 12 depot and train servicing locations across Scotland and are looking to tender for our facilities management services to ensure that buildings and facilities are operating efficiently, safely, and in compliance with regulations. In March 2025, ScotRail issued a Periodic Indicative Notice (PIN) to engage with the market for the procurement of Hard and Soft FM services. The purpose of this PIN is to provide an update on our strategy for Hard and Soft activities and seek further engagement with the market before issuing the tenders. Interested parties are asked to complete some market engagement questions on the Wax Portal, where you can find further information on the proposed updates and a market engagement session: https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06775f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028906-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

44400000 - Miscellaneous fabricated products and related items

45259000 - Repair and maintenance of plant

45300000 - Building installation work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

79993000 - Building and facilities management services

79993100 - Facilities management services

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

90620000 - Snow-clearing services

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

90910000 - Cleaning services

98311000 - Laundry-collection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 6HQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

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