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Manufacture, supply and maintenance of ST CRIDs

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

08 Jun 2026 at 10:12

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
PlanningUpdate

08 Jun 2026 at 10:06

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

20 May 2026 at 21:53

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the manufacture, supply, and maintenance of ST CRIDs, which are critical to maintaining the functionality and safety of its network. The procurement, categorized under repair and maintenance services, adopts an open procedure, targeting an extensive supply cycle with an anticipated demand of approximately 4,000 units. Located at 5 Endeavour Square, London, this planned initiative is expected to commence on 30 June 2026, with the initial contract period running until 29 June 2028, and a potential extension until 2029 if needed. Business participants should note the upcoming notice date of 9 June 2026, marking an important milestone in the procurement timeline.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services, particularly those adept in handling high-volume orders and working within the public utilities sector. Companies with a capability to manage obsolescence and introduce innovative design adaptations will find this tender particularly rewarding. Smaller enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria, providing an excellent entry point for businesses keen to establish or expand their footprint in public sector contracting, and specifically within the transportation infrastructure domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Manufacture, supply and maintenance of ST CRIDs

Notice Description

There will be an ongoing demand for ST-Crids, circa 4,000 units, to cover the requirements of TfL across its Network and into the future. This requirement covers the following elements: 1. Annual Test & Calibration 2. Maintenance & Repairs 3. Supply of New Units Due to the nature and age of the ST-Crids, ongoing reviews to capture obsolescence and new design changes and ensure continued value for money for TfL, therefore the need for an updated partnership strategy may be required.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069e40
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053692-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jun 2028 2-3 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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