Planning

Hidden Critical Elements

GA TRAINS LIMITED

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28 May 2026 at 15:20

Summary of the contracting process

GA TRAINS LIMITED, a public undertaking based in London, is planning a procurement process titled "Hidden Critical Elements" under a competitive flexible procedure. The tender, currently in the planning stage, focuses on architectural and building-surveying services within the railway sector, specifically for examining the stations' structures. This process is classified under industries such as repair, maintenance, and associated services related to railways and is anticipated to cover services starting from 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2029, with a projected contract value of up to £3,600,000 GBP. Interested parties should note that the procurement relates to the UKH region, and a formal notice is expected by 31st July 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in architectural surveying and maintenance services, especially those capable of handling complex infrastructure projects in the railway sector. The process is open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as social enterprises, enhancing their scope for involvement. With a substantial budget and a need for specialised knowledge of hidden critical elements, businesses skilled in structural examinations within transportation infrastructure will find this opportunity attractive for fostering growth and expanding service offerings within the public utilities domain.

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Notice Title

Hidden Critical Elements

Notice Description

GALT are required to conduct examinations of our stations to gain a comprehensive understanding of our standing concerning the Hidden Critical Elements (HCE) within our structures. These examinations cover the 2027-2029 reporting year

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a80f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050487-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment

71251000 - Architectural and building-surveying services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £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
31 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 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
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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