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HST Trailer Car WSP Rack Overhaul

SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

ScotRail Trains Limited is seeking to overhaul the Knorr Bremse EP98 WSP control units on its fleet of 117 trailer cars and spare stock. This project, titled "HST Trailer Car WSP Rack Overhaul," falls under the railway services industry category and is set in the Glasgow region, UK. The procurement process is at the 'tender' stage with the procurement method being a selective, negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition. Key dates for interested suppliers include the tender submission deadline on 9th September 2024, and the contract is expected to commence on 3rd February 2025, ending by 18th August 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the railway services sector, particularly those specialising in electrical component repair, overhaul, and testing. Companies with the capability to renew electrolytic capacitors and conduct rigorous functional and soak testing are well-positioned to benefit. Additionally, the tender encourages contributions to community benefits, aligning with ScotRail’s vision of fostering thriving and resilient communities. This project provides an excellent chance for firms to not only secure a contract but also demonstrate value-added services that support community engagement. Suppliers must register and respond via ScotRail's Wax Digital e-sourcing tool to participate.

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Notice Title

HST Trailer Car WSP Rack Overhaul

Notice Description

ScotRail Trains Limited (herein referenced as ScotRail) wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse EP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

Lot Information

Lot 1

ScotRail Trains Limited wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse EP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The overhaul is expected to include the renewal of all electrolytic capacitors to be considered a minimum, but the following should also be considered: -Clean using a suitable method; -Renewal of other capacitors; -Renewal of relays; -Renewal of opto-isolators; -Functional testing on a suitable rig; -Soak testing; -Identification of overhaul (e.g. mod level plate, coloured stickers); -Any other 'value add' work considered worthwhile by the supplier. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx. Wax Digital should be use for the completion of any submissions. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

Renewal: It is anticipated that the contract duration will be around 6 months. However the duration will be dependent on the successful bidders proposal/plan to complete the overhaul.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000774825
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534102
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

31712000 - Microelectronic machinery and apparatus and microsystems

34631000 - Parts of locomotives or rolling stock

50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock

50224000 - Reconditioning services of rolling stock

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2025 - 18 Aug 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED
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=AUG511731
    HST Trailer Car WSP Rack Overhaul - ScotRail Trains Limited (herein referenced as ScotRail) wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse EP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534102
    HST Trailer Car WSP Rack Overhaul - ScotRail Trains Limited (herein referenced as ScotRail) wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse EP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

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