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title: "Escalator Wheels and Chains Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e3aa"
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# Escalator Wheels and Chains Framework

Buyer: LONDON UNDERGROUND LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e3aa

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Escalator Wheels and Chains Framework" was initiated by London Underground Limited, located in London, United Kingdom. This process falls under the industry category of "goods," specifically focusing on parts of escalators. Initially tendered on 19th February 2025, with a submission deadline on 4th April 2025, the procurement reached its completion stage by 11th May 2026. The framework covers three lots: Escalator Step Chains, Wheels, and Auxiliary Chains, with a potential extension up to eight years. The process adopted a selective procurement method, utilizing a negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition. Key contracts were signed on 1st April and 7th April 2026.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses, primarily those supplying escalator components, with the potential to secure long-term contracts as part of the framework agreement. Companies specializing in manufacturing or supplying parts of escalators, such as step chains and wheels, are well-positioned to benefit. The selective procurement method allowed for tailored negotiation, ideal for businesses that provide technical innovation or bespoke solutions. The potential inclusion of SMEs (such as Precision Chains Limited) suggests an openness to diverse business size participation, indicating growth opportunities for both established and smaller entities within the escalator parts supply sector.

## Notice

This contract is a framework with three lots. Lot One - Escalator Step Chains; Lot Two - Escalator Wheels; and Lot Three - Escalator Auxiliary Chains. The framework agreements will have an initial term of five years with extension options up to a maximum of a further three years beyond the initial term

### Lot Information

Escalator Step chains

Supply and delivery of escalator step chains as per the London Underground specification and relevant standards.

Escalator Wheels

Supply and delivery of escalator wheels as per the LU Specification and relevant standards.

Escalator Auxiliary chains

Supply and delivery of escalator auxiliary chains as per the LU Specification, British Standard and relevant standards.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043095-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £17,485,250 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON UNDERGROUND LIMITED |
| Additional buyers | TRANSPORT FOR LONDON |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | FAIGLE KUNSTSTOFFE; KETTENWULF; PRECISION CHAINS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42419530 - Parts of escalators

## Release History

- 11 May 2026 at 14:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043095-2026
- 19 Feb 2025 at 09:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005735-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.tfl.gov.uk
- https://tfl.gov.uk/(https://tfl.gov.uk/
- https://tfl.gov.uk/(https://tfl.gov.uk/)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk
- https://www.s1-eu.ariba.com/Sourcing

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