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title: "Lifting Jacks"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02f078"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "DIRECT RAIL SERVICES"
published: "2021-10-27"
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# Lifting Jacks

Buyer: DIRECT RAIL SERVICES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02f078

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## Summary

Direct Rail Services (DRS), a leading UK national rail freight operator, is currently seeking suppliers for the provision of Lifting Jacks, essential for the lifting function of locomotives, wagons, and coaches. This tender is classified under the procurement of goods, specifically falling within the industry category of lifting and handling equipment (CPV Code: 42410000). The procurement is at the planning and tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 12th November 2021. Interested parties are invited to submit their proposals electronically or in writing, with all submissions to be directed to the specified portal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in lifting and handling equipment, such as manufacturers and suppliers of hydraulic and mechanical jacks, as well as related services. The selective procurement method allows for a focused bidding process, likely favouring those with demonstrated expertise in providing similar goods. Companies keen to expand their market presence within the rail industry, particularly those capable of meeting the operational demands of rail freight operators, would find this tender particularly relevant.

## Notice

Direct Rail Services (DRS) is one of the UK's leading national rail freight operators which has been established since 1995. The UK-wide operations are delivered from a national network of fully equipped depots and facilities. In support of increased demand activities, we will require the supply of Lifting Jacks for the lifting function of locomotives, wagons and coaches.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

We want to canvass the opinion and understanding of the market to ensure that we offer an opportunity that is of interest and one that you feel you can bid in the near future. The engagement event is to test our own assumptions and understanding to develop the appropriate sourcing solution. If you wish to view the draft specification and express your interest and partake in this market event please register your details in the CTM portal, link provided.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026891-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 27 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Nov 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 | 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 | TLD11 West Cumbria |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment
- 42413000 - Jacks and vehicle hoists
- 42413200 - Hydraulic jacks
- 42413400 - Mechanical jacks
- 42418000 - Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery

## Release History

- 27 Oct 2021 at 11:12 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026891-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.justice.gov.uk
- https://sharedsystems.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=14180&B=SELLAFIELD
- https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shared-services-alliance-ssa-for-nuclear-decommissioning-estate

## Provenance

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