---
title: "Seasonal Operations and Maintenance Support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028bd1"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "DIRECT RAIL SERVICES"
published: "2021-01-20"
---

# Seasonal Operations and Maintenance Support

Buyer: DIRECT RAIL SERVICES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028bd1

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Direct Rail Services, which is seeking suppliers for the "Seasonal Operations and Maintenance Support" tender aimed at the transport services industry. The tender is currently in the Planning and Tender stages, with a submission deadline set for 24th February 2021. This contract focuses on providing operational, replenishment, and maintenance support for Rail Head Treatment Trains (RHTT) and snowplough equipment across the UK. The procurement follows a selective method, utilising a restricted procedure for potential suppliers to submit their bids electronically or in writing.

This opportunity presents a chance for businesses engaged in railway maintenance and support services, including companies that specialise in railway engineering and logistics. Successfully winning this contract can lead to strengthened relationships within the rail sector and improved service delivery for rail operations. Companies providing railway maintenance vehicles, support services for transport, and other related services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this tender, enabling growth and enhanced visibility within the market.

## Notice

DRS is seeking input from potential suppliers to support our contract with Network Rail for the in-season operation, replenishment and maintenance of Rail Head Treatment Trains) RHTT and maintenance of Snowplough equipment.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

DRS is seeking input from potential suppliers to support our contract with Network Rail for the in-season operation, replenishment and maintenance of Rail Head Treatment Trains) RHTT and maintenance of Snow Plough equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001147-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DIRECT RAIL SERVICES |
| Locality | SEASCALE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA20 1PG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Gosforth |
| Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 34621000 - Railway maintenance or service vehicles, and railway freight wagons
- 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment
- 63711000 - Support services for railway transport
- 71311230 - Railway engineering services

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2021 at 12:10 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001147-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.justice.gov.uk
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=13280&B=SELLAFIELD
- https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate

## Provenance

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