--- title: "Provision of Rolling Stock and Associated Maintenance Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0a6f3036-957e-41da-906f-0ce5dec2d256" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0a6f3036-957e-41da-906f-0ce5dec2d256" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0a6f3036-957e-41da-906f-0ce5dec2d256.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0a6f3036-957e-41da-906f-0ce5dec2d256.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EAST WEST RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED" published: "2020-11-17" --- # Provision of Rolling Stock and Associated Maintenance Services Buyer: EAST WEST RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0a6f3036-957e-41da-906f-0ce5dec2d256 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0a6f3036-957e-41da-906f-0ce5dec2d256) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0a6f3036-957e-41da-906f-0ce5dec2d256.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "Provision of Rolling Stock and Associated Maintenance Services" is initiated by the East West Railway Company Limited (EWR Co.) to support the development of a new railway connection between Oxford and Cambridge. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically relating to rolling stock, and is being conducted through a selective method known as a competitive procedure with negotiation. The tender is currently active, with the tender period ending on 25 September 2020, and the contract period commencing from 17 November 2020 until 10 May 2028, with a potential two-year extension option. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in the manufacture and maintenance of rolling stock and related services. Companies that can supply self-powered trains with advanced technological modifications, such as the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2, would be well-positioned to compete. The economic development associated with the East West Rail Project will likely benefit SMEs seeking to expand their service offerings in the transport sector, as well as mature businesses looking to secure long-term contracts in a growing transportation infrastructure landscape. ## Notice The publication of this Contract Notice formally commences the procurement of Rolling Stock and Maintenance Services for the East West Railway Company Limited (EWR Co.) EWR Co. is creating a new direct connection between Oxford and Cambridge. Serving communities across the area, it will bring faster journey times and lower transport costs as well as easing pressure on local roads. EWR Co is seeking bids for leasing a fleet of 12 or 14 x 3 car self-powered units with modifications including European Train Control System ("ETCS") Level 2 and Driver Controlled Operation ("DCO") capability, supported by a full maintenance package (under a 'wet' lease). These units will ensure timely operation of EWR's Western Section Phase 2 between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Bedford and Aylesbury. The lease duration is four years, with an option to extend for two years. Please refer to https://eastwestrail.co.uk/ for further information on the East West Rail Project. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0a58536-0644-41de-98fd-0b6e4f6bb0c0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Nov 2020 | | Submission deadline | 24 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Nov 2020 - 10 May 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | EAST WEST RAILWAY COMPANY LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 4DR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | Vincent Square | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34620000 - Rolling stock ## Release History - 17 Nov 2020 at 12:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0a58536-0644-41de-98fd-0b6e4f6bb0c0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0a58536-0644-41de-98fd-0b6e4f6bb0c0 17th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=542915697 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Notice URLs - https://eastwestrail.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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