Planning

Market Engagement - Repainting and Minor Refurbishment of Class 380 Fleet

SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED

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Planning

01 Apr 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F4 - Prior Information Notice (Utilities)
Summary of the contracting process

ScotRail Trains Limited is initiating a procurement process for the repainting and minor refurbishment of its Class 380 Fleet, comprising 38 units (130 vehicles in total). This market engagement exercise aims to gather information on the capabilities of prospective suppliers for these services categorized under railway services. The process is in the planning stage with key dates including the future notice date on 3rd November 2025. The procurement activities will take place in the UKM region, specifically Glasgow.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in railway services, especially those with experience in rail vehicle painting, surface treatment, and minor refurbishments. Companies with capabilities in corrosion treatment, decal application, minor repairs like welding, and general interior work, including saloon fittings, would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, firms with access to appropriate paint booth facilities, adherence to industry standards such as ISO 9001 and EN 15085, and familiarity with health and safety regulations will find this an excellent opportunity to expand their business with a reputable client like ScotRail Trains Limited.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Market Engagement - Repainting and Minor Refurbishment of Class 380 Fleet

Notice Description

ScotRail Trains Limited (SRT) is seeking to engage with the market to understand the capabilities of prospective suppliers for the repainting and minor refurbishment of its Class 380 Fleet, comprising 38 units (130 vehicles in total).

Lot Information

Lot 1

ScotRail Trains Ltd (SRT) is seeking to engage with the market to understand the capabilities of prospective suppliers for the repainting and minor refurbishment of its Class 380 Fleet, comprising 38 units (130 vehicles in total The intended scope includes: - Removal of existing paint and decals in accordance with relevant maintenance procedures. - Surface preparation, treatment of corrosion, and repainting to meet the requirements of CR/PE0102, the common ROSCO protective coating specification. - Application of decals, branding, and livery. - Minor repairs, including welding, where required. - General interior work, such as removal and reinstatement of saloon fittings (e.g. seats, flooring). Suppliers should have access to appropriate paint booth facilities capable of accommodating rail vehicles and be able to demonstrate experience and capability in delivering similar work to railway industry standards. Work must be delivered in accordance with applicable ScotRail and Siemens procedures, relevant health and safety regulations, and recognised industry standards (e.g. ISO 9001, EN 15085).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000794823
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527250
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F4 - Prior Information Notice (Utilities)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

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
1 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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