Planning

Cambridge Depot Sanding System

GA TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

28 May 2026 at 10:54

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Cambridge Depot Sanding System," managed by GA TRAINS LIMITED, is in the planning stage. This tender is aimed at engaging a Principal Contractor to work alongside the depot management team to enhance the sanding system at the Cambridge Depot, with a focus on site preparation work, the installation of machinery, and equipment. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKH region, the procurement falls within the utilities sector and involves works estimated at a gross value of £2,557,200. The buyer, GA TRAINS LIMITED, seeks to commence the contract on 1st September 2026, with an anticipated completion date of 26th February 2027. The procurement method is described as "limited competition," being below the threshold set for open tenders.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in industrial machinery, site preparation, and installation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as those with social enterprise profiles, are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in such a project can lead to business growth through the development of valuable industry expertise and strengthened credentials in the utilities sector. The collaboration with GA TRAINS LIMITED could provide long-term benefits in terms of future projects and partnerships within the infrastructure and transportation industries.

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Notice Title

Cambridge Depot Sanding System

Notice Description

GATL are seeking to appoint a supplier as a Principal Contractor to engage with the depot management team to agree access and programme for delivery of the proposed solution. The supplier is expected to deliver the change/upgrade to the sanding system and hand back to the depot team for use. The Principle Contractor will be required to safely co-ordinate the sub-contractors throughout the project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a767
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050219-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

43811000 - Sanding machines

45100000 - Site preparation work

51500000 - Installation services of machinery and equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,131,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1EJ
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
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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