---
title: "Replacement of Seat Covers for SWR Class 15X Diesel Multiple Units (DMU)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0493fa"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "FIRST MTR SOUTH WESTERN TRAINS LIMITED"
published: "2024-08-27"
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# Replacement of Seat Covers for SWR Class 15X Diesel Multiple Units (DMU)

Buyer: FIRST MTR SOUTH WESTERN TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0493fa

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## Summary

First MTR South Western Trains Limited has initiated a tender process for the replacement of seat covers for the SWR Class 15X Diesel Multiple Units (DMU). The procurement falls under the 'Repair and maintenance services' category, and involves the removal and replacement of seat covers at the SWR Bournemouth Depot, located in the UKK region. The tender is currently active in both the planning and tender stages, with key deadlines including the end of the tender period on 26th September 2024. This selective procurement will use a negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition and requires written submissions in English.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in railway services and upholstery work. Businesses that can efficiently manage logistics for the removal, refurbishment, and delivery of seat covers would be well-suited to compete for this contract. With an estimated duration of 12-18 months for the project, companies with experience in long-term service delivery and a capacity to handle large-scale fabric replacements will find this opportunity particularly attractive. The procurement process is managed by First MTR South Western Trains Limited, offering reputable collaboration within the railway service industry.

## Notice

Replacement seat covers (back and base) for the SWR Class 15X DMU Fleets. Seats will be removed from SWR Bournemouth Depot by SWR staff and shipped to the supplier location for removal of current flat cloth covers and replacement with new moquette fabric covers. Seats will be packed and shipped back to SWR Bournemouth depot for fitment by SWR staff.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Replacement seat covers (back and base) for the SWR Class 15X DMU Fleets. Seats will be removed from SWR Bournemouth Depot by SWR staff and shipped to the supplier location for removal of current flat cloth covers and replacement with new moquette fabric covers. Seats will be packed and shipped back to SWR Bournemouth depot for fitment by SWR staff. Additional information: Duration expected to be between 12-18 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027221-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Sep 2024 |
| 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 | FIRST MTR SOUTH WESTERN TRAINS LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | West London |
| Postcode | W2 1AF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Hyde Park |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 27 Aug 2024 at 08:51 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027221-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://redirect.transaxions.com/events/MGM03
- https://www.southwesternrailway.com

## Provenance

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