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Joint Legionella Testing from both ScotRail Trains and Network Rail

SCOTRAIL TRAINS LTD

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Summary of the contracting process

The joint venture for Legionella Testing initiated by ScotRail Trains Ltd and Network Rail Ltd is aimed at providing annual water monitoring and risk assessments across various sites in the Scotland Route, including maintenance delivery units and signal boxes. The procurement method for this service falls under a selective, negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition. The contract award stage has been completed, with the award notice dated 4th March 2026, and the contract already signed on 18th July 2024. The tender period was active with bidding closing on 9th May 2023. The services are categorised under CPV 90733000, covering railway services performed within the Glasgow locality, classified under the UKM region.

This tender offers growth opportunities for companies specialising in Legionella testing, water monitoring, and risk assessments, particularly those familiar with the railway services industry's requirements. Businesses must utilise electronic submissions through the ScotRail Wax Sourcing System for pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs) and the Invitation to Negotiate (ITN). The procurement process encourages SMEs capable of offering tailored compliance services that adhere to relevant legislation and long-term service commitments. Additionally, .successful bidders can extend contracts for up to 24 months, maximising their operational footprint and forming long-standing associations with ScotRail and Network Rail.

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Notice Title

Joint Legionella Testing from both ScotRail Trains and Network Rail

Notice Description

The PQQ event for the proposed joint venture between ScotRail Trains Ltd and Network Rail Ltd for Legionella Testing. The proposed agreement shall cover annual Water Monitoring and Water Risk Assessments at a number of Maintenance Delivery Units, Signal Boxes, Power Signal Boxes and ground frames etc. throughout Scotland Route. Testing is identified at each individual site, along with the frequency of visits - weekly / monthly / Quarterly / 6 monthly / annual and all services are to be carried out in compliance with current relevant legislation. Award notice is for ScotRail only.

Lot Information

Legionella Testing requirements for ScotRail Trains Ltd

Legionella Testing requirements for ScotRail Trains Ltd. To participate you must submit an electronic PQQ via the ScotRail Wax Sourcing System by the deadline. The system can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx and you should log in if you already have a registered account or register to create an account and log in to access the PQQ.

Renewal: ScotRail reserve the right to extend this agreement for up to and including a maximum of 24 months

Legionella Testing requirements for Network Rail Ltd

Legionella testing for Network Rail Limited. To participate you must submit an electronic PQQ via the ScotRail Wax Sourcing System by the deadline. The system can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx and you should log in if you already have a registered account or register to create an account and log in to access the PQQ.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000726283
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550900
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90733000 - Services related to water pollution

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active, Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTRAIL TRAINS LTD
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 6HQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR474958
    Joint Legionella Testing from both ScotRail Trains and Network Rail - The PQQ event for the proposed joint venture between ScotRail Trains Ltd and Network Rail Ltd for Legionella Testing. The proposed agreement shall cover annual Water Monitoring and Water Risk Assessments at a number of Maintenance Delivery Units, Signal Boxes, Power Signal Boxes and ground frames etc. throughout Scotland Route. Testing is identified at each individual site, along with the frequency of visits - weekly / monthly / Quarterly / 6 monthly / annual and all services are to be carried out in compliance with current relevant legislation.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550900
    Joint Legionella Testing from both ScotRail Trains and Network Rail - The PQQ event for the proposed joint venture between ScotRail Trains Ltd and Network Rail Ltd for Legionella Testing. The proposed agreement shall cover annual Water Monitoring and Water Risk Assessments at a number of Maintenance Delivery Units, Signal Boxes, Power Signal Boxes and ground frames etc. throughout Scotland Route. Testing is identified at each individual site, along with the frequency of visits - weekly / monthly / Quarterly / 6 monthly / annual and all services are to be carried out in compliance with current relevant legislation. Award notice is for ScotRail only.

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