Tender

Occupational Health Services

SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED

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Tender

24 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

ScotRail Trains Limited is currently at the tender stage of a procurement process for Occupational Health Services. This public contract encompasses a wide range of services, including Health Surveillance, Drug & Alcohol Testing, Physiotherapy, and Neurodiversity services across Scotland. The tender, titled "Occupational Health Services," falls under the industry category of Railway Services and is being conducted under an open procedure. Business submissions must be made electronically by 29 May 2026, with the contract awarding expected to commence on the same day. The procurement will utilise electronic payment and ordering, encouraging efficient interaction with suppliers.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses operating within the health service supply chain, specifically those experienced in occupational health and related fields. With multiple lots available that cater to varied service areas, companies with expertise in technical quality, drug testing, health surveillance, and physiotherapy could find this contract particularly rewarding. The procurement preferences a strong emphasis on quality, accounting for 60% of the award criteria, which aligns well for businesses keen on showcasing their technical capabilities. Additionally, the possibility of extension beyond the initial contract period provides added value for ongoing growth. Suppliers with the requisite qualifications and experience are well-suited to compete, especially those able to service the geographic demands throughout Scotland. ScotRail's commitment to extending service to Scottish Rail Holdings Limited and its subsidiaries further enhances opportunity scope, affording potential business growth within this sector.

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Notice Title

Occupational Health Services

Notice Description

Occupational Health, Health Surveillance, Drug & Alcohol testing & Medication Checks, Physiotherapy Services and Neurodiversity Services

Lot Information

Health Surveillance Services

Provision of Health Surveillance Services for ScotRail staff.. On the 1 April 2022, the ScotRail franchise transferred to ScotRail Trains Limited, a company owned by Scottish Rail Holdings Limited (SRH) which in turn is owned by the Scottish Government. The use of this requirement will be extended to SRH and could be extended to its other subsidiaries in the future.

Renewal: ScotRail reserves the right to extent the contract for a further two 12-month periods.

Occupational Health Services

Provision of Occupational Health Services for ScotRail staff.. On the 1 April 2022, the ScotRail franchise transferred to ScotRail Trains Limited, a company owned by Scottish Rail Holdings Limited (SRH) which in turn is owned by the Scottish Government. The use of this requirement will be extended to SRH and could be extended to its other subsidiaries in the future.

Renewal: ScotRail reserve the right to extend the contract by a further two 12-month periods.

Drug & Alcohol testing & Medication Checks

Provision of Drug & Alcohol testing & Medication Checks.. On the 1 April 2022, the ScotRail franchise transferred to ScotRail Trains Limited, a company owned by Scottish Rail Holdings Limited (SRH) which in turn is owned by the Scottish Government. The use of this requirement will be extended to SRH and could be extended to its other subsidiaries in the future.

Renewal: ScotRail reserve the right to extend for a further two 12-month periods.

Physiotherapy Services

Provision of Physiotherapy Services for ScotRail Staff.. On the 1 April 2022, the ScotRail franchise transferred to ScotRail Trains Limited, a company owned by Scottish Rail Holdings Limited (SRH) which in turn is owned by the Scottish Government. The use of this requirement will be extended to SRH and could be extended to its other subsidiaries in the future.

Renewal: ScotRail reserve the right to extend for a further two 12-month periods.

Neurodiversity Services

Provision of Neurodiversity Services.. On the 1 April 2022, the ScotRail franchise transferred to ScotRail Trains Limited, a company owned by Scottish Rail Holdings Limited (SRH) which in turn is owned by the Scottish Government. The use of this requirement will be extended to SRH and could be extended to its other subsidiaries in the future.

Renewal: ScotRail reserve the right to extend for a further two 12-month periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830213
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554554
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F5 - Contract Notice (Utilities)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85142100 - Physiotherapy services

85147000 - Company health services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
29 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
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

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