Planning

WYCA AIfA GRIP 6-8: 22 Stations Principle Contractor (Business Plan)

NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

26 May 2026 at 14:39

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

In this public procurement process, Northern Trains Limited, a central government public authority based in York, UK, is seeking to enhance accessibility at 22 stations through various construction works. The contract, titled "WYCA AIfA GRIP 6-8: 22 Stations Principle Contractor (Business Plan)," requires the installation of Braille stands, maps, platform furniture, shelters, bicycle stands, toilet PODs, and more. The tender, published on 26 May 2026, is currently in the planning stage, with the project's execution expected to start on 31 March 2027 and conclude by 26 November 2027. This procurement falls under the 'works' category, and it employs an open competition method, deemed below the threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those with expertise in accessibility solutions and infrastructure enhancement. Companies specialising in the installation of station improvements, such as signage and other accessibility aids, will find the contract appealing. With a budget of up to £4.8 million, this project can help businesses expand their portfolio and demonstrate their capability in executing large-scale accessibility projects for government clients. The open competition format allows for various firms to bid, promoting a diverse range of potential solutions and fostering business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WYCA AIfA GRIP 6-8: 22 Stations Principle Contractor (Business Plan)

Notice Description

Accessibility Improvements for all. Works requirement at NTL stations include the installation of Braille stands and maps, car park resurfacing and lining, the installation of platform furniture, waiting / drop off shelters, bicycle stands, toilet POD's, wayfinder signage and entrance matting.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a40d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048952-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Mar 2027 - 26 Nov 2027 6-12 months
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
NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6JT
Post Town
York
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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