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title: "Provision of a fleet of up to 30 x 4-car EMUs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03c414"
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buyer: "GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED"
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# Provision of a fleet of up to 30 x 4-car EMUs

Buyer: GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03c414

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## Summary

The Govia Thameslink Railway Limited has issued a tender with the title "Provision of a fleet of up to 30 x 4-car EMUs" in the industry category of Rolling Stock. The procurement process is currently at the planning and tender stage, with a tender period ending on 25th May 2023. The contract value is £48,600,000, and the contract period is scheduled to start from 1st May 2024 and end on 31st March 2028. The location for delivery is Outer London – East and North East. The procurement method is selective using a competitive procedure with negotiation.

This tender for the provision of EMUs by Govia Thameslink Railway Limited presents business growth opportunities for companies experienced in leasing EMUs to the rail industry. Businesses with expertise in delivering rolling stock that meets the specified technical requirements, including compatibility with Great Northern infrastructure, accessibility regulations, and operational capabilities, would be well-suited to compete. The contract provides a substantial value and a multi-year engagement, offering a strategic opportunity for businesses looking to expand their presence in the rail transport sector.

## Notice

Provision of a fleet of between 21, and up to 30 x 4-car EMUs to deliver existing and/or additional Great Northern services. The EMUs must be capable of being powered by 25kV overhead lines, be capable and approved for use at speeds of up to 100mph prior to entering service, and operating in multiples, with a through gangway, of up to three units. Our current fleet is maintained in house at Hornsey Depot supported by a Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement ("TSSSA"). It is our intention that maintenance provision continues in this manner. The fleet is expected to be available and in use/passenger operation from May 2024.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of a fleet of between 21, and up to 30 x 4-car EMUs to deliver existing and/or additional Great Northern services. The EMUs must be capable of being powered by 25kV overhead lines, be capable and approved for use at speeds of up to 100mph prior to entering service, and operating in multiples, with a through gangway, of up to three units. Our current fleet is maintained in house at Hornsey Depot supported by a Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement ("TSSSA"). It is our intention that maintenance provision continues in this manner. The fleet is expected to be available and in use/passenger operation from May 2024. The key requirements of the additional vehicles will include (but not be limited to): *compatibility with Great Northern infrastructure *full compliance with all applicable accessibility regulations (PRM NTSN) *capable of operating under AC only or AC/DC dual voltage *vehicle length of 20m *interiors suitable for outer surburban and/or mainline operation *toilets *saloon and cab air conditioning *Selective door operation ("SDO") / driver controlled/only operation ("DCO" or "DOO") *1/3 and 2/3 door configuration *capable of being, or have already been, fitted with ETCS level 2 in cab-signalling equipment (to comply with CCS TSI ETCS Baseline B3 Release, GSM-R Baseline 1 - SRS 3.6.0) for use on the East Coast Mainline ("ECML") in passenger operation for August 2026 *Passenger counting system *Regenerative braking *Fitted with energy meters Interested parties should also note that partaking in this procurement process may not result in any award and suppliers are taking part at their own cost and risk. The issue of the contract notice (or any other procurement document) does not have contractual effect or create any form of contract (implied or otherwise) between GTR and any other person. GTR will not be liable, under any circumstances, for any bid costs, expenditure, work or effort incurred by a Bidder in proceeding with or participating in this procurement, including if the procurement process is terminated or amended at any stage prior to contract execution. GTR reserves the right to amend, modify and/or add further stages to or terminate the process at any stage prior to contract execution, and interested parties should note that any award is subject to approval by the Department of Transport.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011873-2023 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Apr 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 25 May 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2024 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | £48,600,000 |
| 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 | GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS16 5AX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH37 Essex Thames Gateway |
| Local authority | Basildon |
| Electoral ward | Nethermayne |
| Westminster constituency | South Basildon and East Thurrock |
| Delivery location | TLI5 Outer London - East and North East |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34620000 - Rolling stock

## Release History

- 25 Apr 2023 at 15:05 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011873-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://gtrailway.com/
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=777675000
- https://www.gtrailway.com

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