--- title: "Next Generation On Train WiFi" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05262f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05262f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05262f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05262f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY LIMITED" published: "2026-05-08" --- # Next Generation On Train WiFi Buyer: LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05262f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05262f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05262f.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) is at the planning stage and seeks to procure a new, high-quality Wi-Fi solution for its fleet of trains. The project, titled "Next Generation On Train WiFi," focuses on goods in the telecommunications sector and is set to enhance connectivity services across LNER's 65 trains. The primary location for delivery is the United Kingdom. Key details include a scheduled market engagement milestone due by 8th June 2026, and an anticipated start date for the contract is in January 2027, running until at least 2032, with potential extensions. LNER operates as a public undertaking and an open procurement method is planned for the competitive process. This tender presents an ideal opportunity for businesses specialising in telecommunications equipment, data services, and computer network services to collaborate and expand their presence in the rail industry. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that focus on providing innovative data transmission and internet services could particularly benefit from this engagement. The intention to utilise a Dynamic Purchasing System such as the GCA RM6370 Space Technology Solutions or an alternative framework suggests an openness to innovative solutions, providing flexible entry points for firms with cutting-edge technology and service offerings. Businesses are encouraged to provide feedback during the preliminary market engagement phase to demonstrate their expertise and ability to fulfil this significant contract. ## Notice LNER is looking to procure a new solution with the ability to provide LNER customers and on train staff with high-quality Wi-Fi on LNER's fleet of 65 trains: The current fleet encompasses 43 x 9 car trains carrying up to 615 passengers and 22 x 5 car trains carrying up to 302 passengers. There will be additional 10 trains with similar numbers to the 9 car trains in the future. The requirement covers the provision and installation of relevant hardware, delivery of end-user service and provision of data backhaul, also including authentication and data capture. The intention is to utilise the GCA Dynamic Purchasing System RM6370 Space Technology Solutions or another appropriate framework if identified in the course of this market engagement exercise. LNER would like to gather your feedback on the requirement and your ability to bid for it. Please note, that this is not an invitation to tender at this stage, but intended to gain a better understanding of what is available in the market. ### Planning Information Please respond to the questionnaire at https://forms.office.com/e/iM1LkJPDnL Please note, that this is not an invitation to tender at this stage, but intended to gain a better understanding of what is available in the market. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042715-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Aug 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Jan 2027 - 1 Jan 2032 | | 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 | LONDON NORTH EASTERN RAILWAY LIMITED | | Locality | YORK | | Post town | York | | Postcode | YO1 6GA | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 32260000 - Data-transmission equipment - 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies - 72300000 - Data services - 72400000 - Internet services - 72500000 - Computer-related services - 72700000 - Computer network services ## Release History - 8 May 2026 at 15:35 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042715-2026 - 26 May 2025 at 07:55 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027453-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042715-2026 8th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027453-2025 26th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.lner.co.uk - https://forms.office.com/e/iM1LkJPDnL - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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