Class 334 FRAP (Fleet Reliability and Availability Programme) Works

SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by ScotRail Trains Limited, pertains to the "Class 334 FRAP (Fleet Reliability and Availability Programme) Works" with a focus on the railway services industry category. This contract is situated in Glasgow, within the UKM region. The procurement stage is at the Award phase, with the contract having been signed on 30th April 2026. The process involved a limited procurement method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication due to the technical integration required with existing systems. The key date relevant to this process is 18th June 2026, the most recent update of the contract data.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses that specialise in railway system integration and possess the capability to provide highly technical components compatible with existing train management systems. Companies with expertise in the development and supply of Train Management and Dispatch Systems, particularly those involving Driver Machine Interfaces and modular solutions for standard Rolling Stock, would be well-poised to leverage this opportunity for business growth. The procurement aligns with the Utilities Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2016, necessitating unique technical services that can only be fulfilled by particular providers, highlighting the need for technical prowess and prior investment in integration solutions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Class 334 FRAP (Fleet Reliability and Availability Programme) Works

Notice Description

This is a voluntary ex ante transparency (VEAT) notice. The Supply of replacement of obsolete TMDD (Train Management & Dispatch System) units across the Class 334 fleet for the Fleet Reliability and Availability Programme (FRAP) works.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a voluntary ex ante transparency (VEAT) notice. The requirement is for the replacement of obsolete TMDD (Train Management & Dispatch System) units across the Class 334 fleet for the Fleet Reliability and Availability Programme (FRAP) works. The Driver Machine Interface (DMI) is a modular and configurable interface designed for integration into standard Rolling Stock, European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS), URBALISTM, and Passenger Information Systems (PACIS) projects. It supports interaction with train drivers, captains, and maintenance personnel The proposed contract will provide continuity of operation of the system based upon the existing solution in which there has been significant prior investment.

Procurement Information

On the basis of The Utilities Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2016 in accordance with regulation 48.(1)(c)(ii) a utility may award a contract following a negotiated procedure without prior publication of a call for competition where the works, supplies or services can be supplied only by a particular economic operator due to competition being absent for technical reasons. Single Source is required due to integration with existing systems on the fleet.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830785
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558223
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34632200 - Electrical signalling equipment for railways

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED
Contact Name
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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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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