Planning

Coventry South MPV

WM TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

27 May 2026 at 11:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by WM Trains Limited, is currently in the planning stage for the project titled "Coventry South MPV." This tender is situated in Birmingham, within the UKG region of the United Kingdom, under the industry category of construction works related to railway transport and station construction. The process uses a competitive flexible procedure that is above threshold, highlighting the significant scale of the project. The contracting period is set to commence on 4th January 2027 and conclude on 31st March 2028. A critical upcoming date is 26th June 2026, when future communications about the tender are planned to be published.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in railway-related construction and infrastructure development. It is well-suited for firms with experience in delivering complex projects through structured procurement phases, such as those involving a Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) and GRIP stages. The tender allows such companies to engage in a significant public undertaking, offering a chance to expand their portfolio within the public sector, contributing to business growth. The competitive nature of the procurement process encourages firms to demonstrate innovation and efficiency, fostering a competitive environment for potential contractors.

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Notice Title

Coventry South MPV

Notice Description

This contract is for the delivery of MPV works at Coventry South. The project will be procured under a two stage approach. The initial stage will be the award of a Pre- Construction Agreement (PCSA) for GRIP 5. Upon successful completion of the PCSA (GRIP 5) , the contracting authority will evaluate the detailed design and cost plan with a view to negotiating a separate works contract for GRIP Stages 6 to 8. The PCSA itself does not guarantee award of the full construction phase

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a60c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049612-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45213320 - Construction work for buildings relating to railway transport

45213321 - Railway station 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
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
26 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2027 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WM TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B3 2ES
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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