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title: "The Provision to Wheelset Exchange for Class 57 Locomotives"
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# The Provision to Wheelset Exchange for Class 57 Locomotives

Buyer: ARLINGTON FLEET SERVICES LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5a54006f-d14b-4484-8146-d5f40d6d397d

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## Summary

Arlington Fleet Services Ltd has completed a procurement process titled "The Provision to Wheelset Exchange for Class 57 Locomotives," classified under repair and maintenance services of locomotives (CPV code 50221000). This contract involves the stabling, inspection, and overhaul of Class 57 locomotive axleboxes and wheelsets, with a particular focus on a minimum of two locomotives. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the contract period running from 1st November 2024 to 31st October 2025. The procurement used a limited method with a competitive quotation below the threshold. Key details include the project location in Warrington, UK (WA3 6GR), and a contract value of £100,000.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in locomotive repair and maintenance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in the overhaul and inspection of locomotive wheelsets are particularly well-suited to compete. Participation in such contracts helps these businesses expand their portfolios, enhance their reputations within the industry, and secure further opportunities in similar high-value tenders. The awarded contract, with a substantial value of £1,000,000, represents a promising prospect for relevant businesses aiming to establish or strengthen their market presence.

## Notice

the Wheelset Exchange for a minimum of two Class 57 Locomotives - Stabling of the Class 57 Locomotives - Inspection and Overhaul of Class 57 axleboxes - Inspection of Class 57 Overhauled Wheelsets - Ad hoc wheelset overhaul

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/726988cf-c728-4d33-bcc8-859e7b45c1be |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,000,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARLINGTON FLEET SERVICES LTD |
| Locality | WARRINGTON |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA3 6GR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington |
| Local authority | Warrington |
| Electoral ward | Birchwood |
| Westminster constituency | Warrington North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARLINGTON FLEET SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50221000 - Repair and maintenance services of locomotives
- 50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock
- 50223000 - Reconditioning services of locomotives

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2024 at 14:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/726988cf-c728-4d33-bcc8-859e7b45c1be

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/726988cf-c728-4d33-bcc8-859e7b45c1be
  18th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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