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title: "HST Power Car Traction Electronics Overhaul"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0488e1"
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buyer: "SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED"
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# HST Power Car Traction Electronics Overhaul

Buyer: SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0488e1

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## Summary

ScotRail Trains Limited is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for the overhaul of Knorr Bremse WP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. This project, titled "HST Power Car Traction Electronics Overhaul," falls within the "Parts of locomotives or rolling stock" industry category. The procurement method is a negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition, and the tender period ends on 9th September 2024. This selective tender requires electronic submissions and is expected to start on 3rd February 2025, running until 18th August 2025. The successful bidder will need to renew various components including capacitors, relays, and opto-isolators, and ensure functional and soak testing of the units. Delivery is expected in the UKM (United Kingdom) region with the potential for contract renewal based on the bidder's proposal.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in electronic machinery, microelectronics, and railway reconditioning services to collaborate with ScotRail Trains Limited, a major rail service operator. The scope of work includes not just component overhaul, but also potential value-added activities, offering an avenue for innovative solutions and extensive business growth. Companies with proven expertise in railway systems, particularly those familiar with the Knorr Bremse WP98 systems, will find this tender well-aligned with their capabilities. Winning this contract could enhance a company's portfolio, strengthen relationships in the rail industry, and support long-term growth through possible contract renewals and community benefit contributions.

## Notice

ScotRail Trains Limited (herein referenced as ScotRail) wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse WP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

### Lot Information

Lot 1

ScotRail Trains Limited wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse WP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The overhaul is expected to include the renewal of all electrolytic capacitors to be considered a minimum, but the following should also be considered: -Clean using a suitable method; -Renewal of other capacitors; -Renewal of relays; -Renewal of opto-isolators; -Functional testing on a suitable rig; -Soak testing; -Identification of overhaul (e.g. mod level plate, coloured stickers); -Any other 'value add' work considered worthwhile by the supplier. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx Additional information: Wax Digital should be use for the completion of any submissions. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

Renewal: It is anticipated that the contract duration will be around 6 months. However the duration will be dependent on the successful bidders proposal/plan to complete the overhaul.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025112-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2025 - 18 Aug 2025 |
| 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 | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 6HQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 31712000 - Microelectronic machinery and apparatus and microsystems
- 34631000 - Parts of locomotives or rolling stock
- 50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock
- 50224000 - Reconditioning services of rolling stock

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2024 at 16:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025112-2024
- 8 Aug 2024 at 11:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025019-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000774129
- https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA30589
- https://www.scotrail.co.uk/

## Provenance

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