Planning

Direct Expansion (DX) Units Replacement - Non-section 12 Bakerloo and Victoria Lines (Tranche 3)

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

14 May 2026 at 20:13

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, initiated by Transport for London (TfL), located at 5 Endeavour Square, London. This procurement is titled "Direct Expansion (DX) Units Replacement - Non-section 12 Bakerloo and Victoria Lines (Tranche 3)" and falls under the works category, specifically focusing on construction work. TfL aims to replace 700 Direct Expansion (DX) cooling units on the Bakerloo and Victoria Lines. Scheduled to start on 15 January 2029 and end by 14 January 2034, this initiative addresses operational risks and aligns with health and safety regulations. A future notice is anticipated on 21 October 2028. The contracting process follows the legal framework established by the UK Public Contracts Regulation 2023/54.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and HVAC systems, especially those with experience in large-scale infrastructure projects. Companies with the capability to manage long-term projects, comply with strict safety and climate legislation, and maintain critical railway operations are well-suited to compete for this contract. The replacement of these DX units promises not only immediate business opportunities but also the prospect of ongoing maintenance engagements, potentially reducing the financial maintenance burden for TfL and creating valuable partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Direct Expansion (DX) Units Replacement - Non-section 12 Bakerloo and Victoria Lines (Tranche 3)

Notice Description

This is the replacement of the Non Section 12 BCV Direct Expansion (DX) Split cooling. This will be 700 units on Bakerloo and Victoria Lines. These systems in the Non-public equipment (Secure) rooms prevent operationally critical assets from overheating and failing (e.g., signalling, power, communications systems), potentially disrupting Railway Operations and in Non-public staff rooms they provide a safe working environment in compliance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations helping to reduce financial maintenance pressure long term and adhere to climate change legislation

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069968
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044669-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
21 Oct 20283 years to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jan 2029 - 14 Jan 2034 Over 5 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
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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