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title: "Spares Agreement to Support Class 323 & 170s"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051a93"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED"
published: "2025-05-21"
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# Spares Agreement to Support Class 323 & 170s

Buyer: NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051a93

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## Summary

Northern Trains Limited, a public authority under the central government, has initiated a planned procurement process for a Spares Agreement to support its Class 323 and 170 train fleets. The procurement is intended to ensure the supply of spare parts necessary for both scheduled and unplanned maintenance activities, thereby maintaining the operational performance and safety standards of the fleets. The procurement falls under the "Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts" industry category, with delivery locations across various UK regions, including UKC, UKD, and UKE. Currently, this process is in the planning stage with relevant details published on 21st May 2025, and future notices anticipated by 30th June 2025. The planned contract period is set from 31st July 2025 to 1st August 2030.

This procurement presents substantial business opportunities for suppliers specialising in train components and maintenance services, with a focus on the Class 323 and 170 fleets previously associated with Alstom and Bombardier, respectively. Companies with existing expertise or interests in railway parts, particularly those capable of adhering to stringent safety and reliability standards, are well-positioned to engage with this procurement. New players in the market might also explore partnerships with legacy suppliers to enhance their competitiveness for future tenders, as this procurement aims to maintain a robust supply chain for both ongoing and ad-hoc repair needs.

## Notice

Northern Trains Ltd intends to establish a supply agreement for the supply of Spare parts required to support the ongoing maintenance and operation of its class 323 & 170 fleets. The OEM for these fleets is Alstom (previously Bombardier for the 170s) and therefore legacy supply chains and associated floats are linked with the original train builder. This supply will cover the supply of a range of parts necessary for business-as-usual maintenance activities, aligned with scheduled maintenance plans, examination profiles, and operational requirements. Additionally, the agreement will support the supply of parts required for unplanned or ad-hoc repairs, including those necessitated by damage or vandalism incurred while in passenger service. This procurement is essential to ensure the continued safety, reliability, and operational performance of Northern's legacy fleets and to maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory obligations. This notice does not constitute a call for competition. Interested suppliers are encouraged to monitor forthcoming publications for further details.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023846-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2025 - 1 Aug 2030 |
| 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 | NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 6JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Micklegate |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## 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 12:04 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023846-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023846-2025
  21st May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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