Planning

Ticket Gate Maintenance

WM TRAINS LIMITED

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27 May 2026 at 16:28

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Ticket Gate Maintenance" contract is being handled by WM TRAINS LIMITED, located in Birmingham, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the industry category of maintenance and repair services, specifically targeting ticket-validation machinery. The process is currently at the planning stage, with an open procedure chosen as the procurement method. Key dates include the future notice date set for 20th June 2026, and the contract is expected to commence on 21st June 2027, running through to 20th June 2032, with possible extensions until 2034. The estimated contract value is substantial, amounting to £4,986,877 net.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses engaged in maintenance and repair services, especially those with expertise in ticket-validation and software repair. It provides an excellent growth avenue for SMEs due to the eligibility criteria accommodating small and medium enterprises. Companies with a strategic interest in utilities and public transportation can leverage this opportunity to expand their service portfolio and establish strong market presence in the UK. The open nature of the procurement process ensures a competitive yet fair bidding environment, encouraging diverse participation from capable service providers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ticket Gate Maintenance

Notice Description

Goods and Services provision for Ticket Gate Maintenance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a6e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049971-2026
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

50317000 - Maintenance and repair of ticket-validation machinery

72267000 - Software maintenance and repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,986,877 £1M-£10M
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
20 Jun 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Jun 2027 - 20 Jun 2032 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
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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