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07 Jul 2026 at 10:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by London Underground Limited and managed by Transport for London, involves the provision of vertical and lateral dampers for the Victoria Line. This procurement falls under the industry category of railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock, addressing a critical need for components that enhance passenger comfort by reducing vibration and noise. The procurement is at the award stage, with the contract set to commence on 21st July 2026 and conclude on 21st October 2028. A direct award approach was utilised due to the sole intellectual property rights held by the supplier, ZF Services UK Limited.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses involved in supplying parts for rail transport systems, particularly those capable of dealing with high-frequency and safety-focused product requirements. Companies specialising in manufacturing similar goods or possessing the potential for exclusive rights in related fields can find valuable insights from this procurement. Although this specific contract was directly awarded due to intellectual property concerns, it signals the consistent demand for specialised components in the public transport sector, encouraging similar businesses to position themselves for future opportunities where competitive tendering may occur.

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Notice Title

09TS Victoria Line Supply of Vertical and Lateral Dampers

Notice Description

This is a goods only requirement estimated to be circa PS559,345 for the supply of 1480 vertical and 729 lateral dampers to support the 09TS Victoria Line Fleet Heavy Overhaul Program Lift (HOPL) project. . These dampers are critical suspension components connecting the bogies (wheelsets) to the car body, primarily to absorb vibrations, control excessive movement, and ensure a smooth stable ride by managing vertical bumps and side-to-side (lateral) swaying, boosting passenger comfort and reducing noise. The dampers work together to isolate the car body from track imperfections, especially important for faster high frequency lines.

Procurement Information

ZFGroup are the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) who is the sole holder of the intellectual property rights (IPR) and exclusive rights necessary for the supply and maintenance . These rights prevent any other supplier from legally or technically providing the required solution. No reasonable alternative or substitute exists that would meet the specification without infringing on these rights. Therefore, a direct award to ZF Group is justified under the Procurement Act 2023, specifically Schedule 5, Paragraph 5 - Single Supplier Grounds. Safety and reliability considerations further reinforce the need for a direct award. Dampers degrade over time, and their performance must remain within specification to ensure safe operation. Introducing non-OEM dampers would necessitate extensive validation, including vehicle dynamics modelling, in-service trials, and degradation analysis.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c4ef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063537-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£523,584 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2026 - 21 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON UNDERGROUND LIMITED
Additional Buyers

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZF SERVICES

Further Information

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