Planning

Escalator Fabricated Steps Tender 2026

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

14 May 2026 at 20:32

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London is planning a tender process titled "Escalator Fabricated Steps Tender 2026" with the main procurement categorised under goods, specifically targeting transport equipment and auxiliary products. The contracting authority is situated in London, United Kingdom, with the procurement process currently at the planning stage as of 14th May 2026. The tender outlines the supply and storage of escalator fabricated steps, with a scheduled contract period commencing on 2nd November 2026 and concluding on 1st November 2031. Key upcoming dates include a communication planned on 2nd July 2026, indicating the future notice of the tender process. This procurement belongs to the utilities special regime, and a framework agreement will be utilised.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the transportation equipment sector, particularly those specialising in manufacturing and supply chain logistics for escalator components. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are noted to have suitability for this contract, aligning with the preference for diverse supplier participation. Engaging with this tender can facilitate business growth through a long-term contractual relationship with a prominent public undertaking, ultimately enhancing the firm's market reputation and opening pathways to further public contracts. Businesses adept in providing innovative logistics solutions and possessing robust delivery frameworks would be well-positioned to compete in this tendering process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Escalator Fabricated Steps Tender 2026

Notice Description

Tender for the supply and storage of escalator fabricated steps to be installed by TfL.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06996f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044678-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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
2 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2031 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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