Tender

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

TRANSLINK

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Tender

20 May 2026 at 09:43

UK13 - Dynamic Market Intention Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Translink, a public undertaking based in Belfast, has initiated a tendering process for the "P-3449 Supply of Bus, Coach, and Support Vehicle Replacement Parts". The procurement falls under the industry category of "Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines" with the procurement method identified as an open dynamic market. The legal framework guiding this process is derived from the 2023/54 UK legislation. This dynamic market will remain active from 20th May 2026 to 19th May 2034, with delivery and services required in the United Kingdom, specifically in the Northern Ireland region. The tender is at the active stage, inviting suppliers to participate in improving Translink’s vehicle fleet support system.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for manufacturers and suppliers specializing in vehicle parts. It provides a dynamic purchasing platform accommodating new entrants throughout its duration, encouraging competition and innovation in the supply chain. Businesses that are direct suppliers or those associated with fleet operating companies are well-suited to engage, fulfilling Translink's need for timely and reliable parts procurement. Given the scope and duration, it is an attractive proposition for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in the utilities sector, particularly those offering solutions compliant with Northern Irish devolved regulations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

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

Notice Description

Translink is establishing a Dynamic Market (DM) consisting of Vehicle Manufacturers or Direct Suppliers or suppliers to a Fleet Operating Company from which it will be able to procure parts and materials to support its fleet of vehicles.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069ce9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046177-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK13 - Dynamic Market Intention Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Dynamic market
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34300000 - Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 20348 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSLINK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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