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title: "Supply of Laser Railway Vehicle Wheel Measurement Equipment"
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# Supply of Laser Railway Vehicle Wheel Measurement Equipment

Buyer: DIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-85e3a653-7ded-4d47-9122-0c276e113bd8

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## Summary

DIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED is currently conducting a tender titled "Supply of Laser Railway Vehicle Wheel Measurement Equipment," with a focus on railway equipment. The tender is active and falls under the goods procurement category, valued at £140,000. The submission deadline for this tender is 11 April 2018, and the contract is expected to commence on 25 April 2018, lasting until 24 April 2020. Bidders are required to provide six units of laser measuring equipment along with after-sales support and training for up to 20 staff at various locations, including Carlisle and Crewe.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the engineering and manufacturing sectors, particularly those specialising in railway equipment and measurement technologies. Businesses that can offer high-quality measurement devices, warranty support, and effective training services would be ideally suited to compete. Engaging with this contract may enhance their market presence and contribute to further growth in the public transport sector.

## Notice

Supply of 6 x Laser Measuring Equipment for Traction and Rolling Stock Wheelsets. Warranty of the equipment and after sales support to also be provided. Training will be required for up to 20 of the customers staff at Carlisle, Crewe, Motherwell, Sellafield and Field Support. Additional information: The Invitation to Tender pack including the Terms and Conditions can be requested by e-mailing procurement@drsl.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c6a9971-2a45-4ba2-b906-31adaeed2e5d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Apr 2018 - 24 Apr 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| 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

- 34940000 - Railway equipment

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2018 at 12:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c6a9971-2a45-4ba2-b906-31adaeed2e5d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c6a9971-2a45-4ba2-b906-31adaeed2e5d
  13th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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