--- title: "Framework for Plant Maintenance and Repairs" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e71d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e71d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e71d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e71d.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR LONDON" published: "2025-02-21" --- # Framework for Plant Maintenance and Repairs Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e71d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e71d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e71d.json) ## Summary Transport for London (TfL) has announced a Prior Information Notice for a framework focused on Plant Maintenance and Repairs. This project is in the planning stage and aims to assess market capabilities and interest before formal procurement. The framework comprises three lots: Transformers and Rectifiers repair and maintenance, Substation HV, LV & DC switchgear repair, refurbishment and replacement, and HV Power Third Party Services. The tender falls under the "Repair and maintenance services" industry category and is classified within CPV Scheme 50000000. The services are to be delivered in London, with the future notice date set for 1st December 2025. This tender process presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical maintenance and repair services, particularly those with expertise in high voltage (HV) power systems. Companies capable of providing both planned and reactive maintenance, as well as refurbishment services, will find multiple opportunities within the three lots of this framework. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in transformer and substation equipment will be well-suited to bid for these contracts, potentially leading to long-term partnerships with TfL. The engagement can also foster growth by involving businesses in both maintenance activities and project support tasks for ageing infrastructure in London. ## Notice The purpose of this Prior Information Notice is to notify the market of Transport for London's intention to carry out Early market engagement to assess the current market capabilities and appetite for the following requirements. Transport for London is currently preparing a procurement strategy for the procurement of a Framework consisting of 3 lots to cover Plant maintenance and Repairs. These lots will include: 1) Transformer and Rectifier repairs and maintenance for both planned and reactive faults 2) Substation HV, LV and DC Switchgear Repairs, refurbishment and Replacement and 3) Third party support services in both planned and reactive maintenance activities for infrastructure and assist in project work . The objective of the proposed procurement is to ensure we have repairs, maintenance, refurbishment and replacement services for existing ageing infrastructure (details noted above) which will support the organisation. We would like to understand the market for potential bidders and whether they can meet the requirements for one or more than one lot. ### Lot Information Transformers and Rectifiers repair and maintenance Repairs and maintenance of Transformers and Rectifiers. Establish a commercial partnership with a specialised transformer manufacture/contractor who has the necessary knowledge and expertise to support HV Power in both planned and reactive fault response & maintenance activities for the LUL transformer estate. Additionally, the contractor will also be required to support and assist in site base renewal & enhancements as required to ensure availability of Plant and continuity of network supply. Substation HV, LV & DC switchgear repair, refurbishment and replacement Repair and maintenance of Switchgear across stations and substations in London. We are interested in a specialised contractor who has the necessary knowledge and expertise to support HV Power in both planned and reactive maintenance activities for HV, LV & DC switchgear. Additionally, the contractor will also be required to support and assist in project work that can be managed in-house to benefit the business. HV Power Third Party Services We are interested in a specialised contractor who has the necessary knowledge and expertise to support HV Power in both planned and reactive maintenance activities for their infrastructure. Additionally, the contractor will also be required to support and assist in project work that can be managed in-house to benefit the business. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006922-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Dec 2025 | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 31100000 - Electric motors, generators and transformers - 31210000 - Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits - 31300000 - Insulated wire and cable - 45232221 - Transformer substation - 45259000 - Repair and maintenance of plant - 45311000 - Electrical wiring and fitting work - 45315400 - High voltage installation work - 45315600 - Low-voltage installation work - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services - 50532200 - Repair and maintenance services of transformers ## Release History - 21 Feb 2025 at 15:38 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006922-2025 ## Notice URLs - https://service.ariba.com/Supplier.aw - https://tfl.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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