--- title: "Lease of Shunters for use at Inverness and Haymarket Depots" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051a76" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-051a76" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051a76.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051a76.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED ." published: "2025-05-21" --- # Lease of Shunters for use at Inverness and Haymarket Depots Buyer: SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED . Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051a76 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-051a76) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051a76.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by ScotRail Trains Limited, based in Glasgow, involves the lease of shunters primarily for Inverness and Haymarket Depots. This tender process is at the "Tender" stage, falling under the goods category in the railway services industry. It relates to railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock. This selective procurement, utilising a negotiated procedure with prior call for competition, is conducted electronically and will follow a structured timeline, with the tender period concluding on 20th June 2025 and invitations expected the same day. The organisations involved are expected to submit bids in English with a validity period of 90 days. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the railway industry, particularly those with competencies in manufacturing or supplying railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock. The contract is suitable for companies capable of supplying and maintaining railway shunters, providing training, and adhering to the stringent safety standards of railway operations. Businesses already registered with RISQS or similar bodies will find this opportunity particularly aligned with their existing qualifications. The contract value is substantial, with an estimated worth of £750,000, presenting an attractive opportunity for business growth through a long-term engagement, including potential renewal options. ## Notice Lot 1: Primary use to move HST power / trailer cars at Inverness and Haymarket Lot 2: Primary use to move HST vehicles during heavy maintenance within set boundaries at Haymarket Depot. ### Lot Information Lease of Shunters for use at Inverness and Haymarket Depot Primary use to move HST power / trailer cars at Inverness and Haymarket. The Shunters shall: - be mainline compliant to run on Network Rail mainline infrastructure and negotiate signals as per industry standards. - be able to move HST up to 2 x power cars at 75 tonnes each and 5 x Mk3 coaches at 40 tonnes each. - be fitted with Automatic Warning System (AWS) / Train Protection Warning System (TPWS) headlight and must have a Slow Speed Function (SSF). - be able to couple to ScotRail HST vehicles and compatible with both the emergency nose end coupler and the alliance type couplers, and must also be capable of coupling with 170 & 158 / Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) trains - coupling requirements for Haymarket Depot in Lot 1 shall be in full compliance with the track curvature reports at Appendix 3 - have a GSM-r (radio) option (for Inverness for futureproofing), - be powered by diesel or battery. - be accompanied by any necessary specialist tooling or equipment required for light touch maintenance - be accompanied by Operator and Maintenance Manuals Maintenance - Lot 1 The Tenderer will also include a Shunter Maintenance plan, including tenderer/ operator responsibilities, to include clear technical definition of 'light touch' and low-level repairs and routine light maintenance by ScotRail. The Tenderer shall be required to provide consumables to ScotRail for all low-level repairs and light maintenance, and to allow the Tenderer to complete the full overhaul as per industry standards and complete non-light maintenance works. The Tenderer shall also provide a contingency plan detailing arrangement for any period where the Shunter cannot be used/supplied, e.g. as a result of maintenance / overhaul, or technical failure. Training - Lot 1 The Tenderer shall also have the ability to provide and deliver (as required) a 'Train the Trainer' package to enable relevant personnel at both Haymarket and Inverness depots to be fully trained to the correct industry standards, as ScotRail's business dictates, to ensure relevant personnel are compliant to operate and maintain Shunters ensuring the safe movement of vehicles, and to be aware of safety and dangers on site. Course content shall also refer to ScotRail's safety procedures, site assessment, and comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974). Additional information: Interested parties should register their interest at https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/negotiations/Sourcing/DocumentMain.aspx?ProjectId=390&DocumentId=391&ApplicationInstanceID=27adc89e-0cb2-4b51-9bc1-34061f10156f Renewal: Initial 2 year award, plus 3 x 12 month options Lease of Shunter for use at Haymarket Depot Primary use to move HST vehicles during heavy maintenance within set boundaries at Haymarket Depot. The Shunter shall: - be road and rail vehicle - be remotely operated - be able to couple to emergency nose and alliance coupler - be able to supply and deliver coupling / attachments as per ScotRail's future business demands - be able to move a HST power car at 75 tonne each or Mk3 coach up to 40 tonnes - have a Slow Speed Function (SSF) of 3-5 mph - be battery powered - be capable of moving HST bogies (special attachments required) - be accompanied by any necessary specialist tooling or equipment required for light touch maintenance - be accompanied by Operator and Maintenance Manuals Maintenance - Lot 2 The Tenderer will also include a Shunter Maintenance plan and shall be required to complete maintenance checks in accordance with OEM manual / instruction, providing consumables as necessary to complete all maintenance works. The Tenderer shall also provide a contingency plan providing detailing arrangement for any period where the Shunter cannot be used/supplied, e.g. as a result of maintenance / overhaul, or technical failure. Training - Lot 2 The Tenderer shall also have the ability to provide and deliver (as required) a train the trainer package to enable relevant personnel at Haymarket depots to be fully trained to the correct industry standards, as ScotRail's business dictates, to ensure operators are fully compliant. Training course content shall teach operators how to ensure the safe movement of vehicles, and to be aware of safety and dangers on site. Course content shall also refer to ScotRail's safety procedures, site assessment, and comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974). Additional information: Interested parties should register their interest at https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/negotiations/Sourcing/DocumentMain.aspx?ProjectId=390&DocumentId=391&ApplicationInstanceID=27adc89e-0cb2-4b51-9bc1-34061f10156f Renewal: Initial 2 years + 3 x 12 month options ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023812-2025 | | 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 | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 May 2025 | | Submission deadline | 20 Jun 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £750,000 | | Lots value | £750,000 | | 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 | 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 | TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey, TLM75 City of Edinburgh | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts ## Release History - 21 May 2025 at 11:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023812-2025 ## Notice URLs - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799424 - https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/negotiations/Sourcing/DocumentMain.aspx?ProjectId=390&DocumentId=391&ApplicationInstanceID=27adc89e-0cb2-4b51-9bc1-34061f10156f - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=799424 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA30589 - https://www.scotrail.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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