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

Buyer: DIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7cc1ea60-0ad8-4758-bda1-5e1a7472ae0a

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## Summary

Direct Rail Services Limited is currently in the tender stage for the procurement titled "The Provision of Wheelset Exchange for Class 57 Locomotives," within the repair and maintenance services for locomotives industry category. The procurement process is taking place in England, United Kingdom. This competitive quotation method seeks suppliers capable of handling wheelset exchanges, stabling, inspection, and overhaul of Class 57 locomotives. The tender period closes on 18 October 2024, with the contract running from 21 October 2024 to 20 October 2025. The contract's minimum value is £75,000, with an estimated total value of £155,000. Relevant businesses are urged to contact Rosie Botsis for further details.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises specialising in locomotive maintenance and repair services. Businesses with experience in rolling stock reconditioning and axlebox inspection will find this to be an advantageous opportunity to expand their portfolio and establish or strengthen their relationship with Direct Rail Services Limited. The contract's scope for a year's partnership highlights the potential for long-term collaboration and revenue stability for suitable suppliers. The procurement's competitive quotation process ensures a fair opportunity for capable businesses to submit their proposals.

## Notice

Direct Rail Services wish to partner for a year with a Supplier who is able to facilitate - 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 The first wheelset exchange to be facilitated as soon as possible. Deadline for receipt of quotations 18/10/2024 For the quotation documentation via email please contact Rosie Botsis rosie.botsis@ntsglobal.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33006f5e-f809-40e3-8ddf-cbd86721559b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2024 - 20 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £155,000 |
| 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 | 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## 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

- 2 Oct 2024 at 11:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33006f5e-f809-40e3-8ddf-cbd86721559b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33006f5e-f809-40e3-8ddf-cbd86721559b
  2nd October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7b84ebb5-6a26-4536-ba32-38da977bcc99

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