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title: "Overhaul of Class 66 Whelsets"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-073538f6-2a4d-4484-840c-20386738c001"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "DIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2021-09-16"
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# Overhaul of Class 66 Whelsets

Buyer: DIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-073538f6-2a4d-4484-840c-20386738c001

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by DIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED for the title "Overhaul of Class 66 Whelsets" within the services industry category. This tender is located in Carlisle, United Kingdom, and is currently in the Tender stage, which will conclude on 21 September 2021. The total value of the contract is £70,000, and the contract period is set to commence on 15 October 2021, lasting until 14 October 2022. The procurement method used is an open procedure, applicable for contracts below the threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in locomotive maintenance and repairs, particularly those capable of providing Wheelset and Axle Bearing overhaul services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, leveraging this opportunity to expand their service offerings and client base in the rail sector. Suppliers with experience in railway services and compliance with industry standards would be particularly well-suited to compete.

## Notice

The Customer currently operates a fleet of 19 Class 66 locomotives which require periodic Wheelset Overhaul. Tenderers are invited for the provision of a Wheelset and Axle Bearing overhaul service for Class 66 locomotives Additional information: The attached documents form part of the Request for Quotation Scope and Guidance: * RfQ E03978 Class 66 Wheelset Overhaul * RfQ Appendix A1 - Pricing * RfQ Appendix A2 - Scope of Requirements * E WI 752 - Overhaul Instructions 16/09/21 - Added is a clarification spreadsheet to bidders questions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b31827f-c455-48a4-92fd-5cdb9e4c460c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Oct 2021 - 14 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA6 4SJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Dalston and Burgh |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34631400 - Wheel axles and tyres and other parts of locomotives or rolling stock

## Release History

- 16 Sep 2021 at 15:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b31827f-c455-48a4-92fd-5cdb9e4c460c
- 27 Aug 2021 at 15:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b31827f-c455-48a4-92fd-5cdb9e4c460c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b31827f-c455-48a4-92fd-5cdb9e4c460c
  16th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/150626ed-d792-4f3c-bae9-e0ca2ce3255d
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e2f26363-aeea-4396-bd68-fac042d58ffc
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c48df89c-8362-4e4c-8132-6e5bb7e946d8
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fe6f37a5-b09b-468a-a9a7-57be473ca95a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ce309cc2-cd0a-42eb-9abc-a0f31626f076
  Clarifications to bidders questions

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