Planning

P-3449 Supply of Bus, Coach and Support Vehicle Replacement Parts

TRANSLINK

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Planning

01 May 2026 at 10:43

Summary of the contracting process

Translink, the public undertaking responsible for transportation in Northern Ireland, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the supply of bus, coach, and support vehicle replacement parts. The procurement, initiated as a tender and classified under the goods category, focuses on creating a Dynamic Market system to facilitate the maintenance of their fleet. Potential suppliers are invited to express their interest by 15th May 2026, with further notice anticipated on 18th May 2026. The contract, slated to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude by 31st July 2034, seeks to engage providers capable of delivering miscellaneous transport equipment and spare parts across the UK, specifically targeting Northern Ireland.

This procurement process presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in automotive parts, particularly those with experience in transport equipment and vehicle maintenance. Companies that can supply quality bus and coach parts, as well as spare parts for various transport equipment, will find this tender an ideal platform to expand their market presence. Additionally, the use of a Dynamic Purchasing System facilitates flexible and ongoing partnership opportunities, making the tender attractive for both established suppliers and those looking to enter the public sector market. The focus on a long-term contract further underscores the potential for stable business growth.

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Notice Title

P-3449 Supply of Bus, Coach and Support Vehicle Replacement Parts

Notice Description

Translink is seeking to engage the market about the establishment of a Dynamic Market for the purchase of replacement parts to service the maintenance of its Bus, Coach and Support Vehicle Fleet.

Planning Information

Translink wishes to invite suitably interested Suppliers to express their interest via the Messaging system on etendersNI by searching the CfT name below. The deadline is 1pm on Friday 15th May 2026. "Pre Market Engagement - Dynamic Market for the Supply of Bus, Coach and Support Vehicle Replacement Parts"

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069021
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040418-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34121000 - Buses and coaches

34300000 - Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines

34900000 - Miscellaneous transport equipment and spare parts

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 May 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSLINK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 7LX
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Further Information

Notice Documents

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