--- title: "Refurbishment to Tram Cars" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055c95" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-055c95" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-055c95.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-055c95.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2025-07-10" --- # Refurbishment to Tram Cars Buyer: SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055c95 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-055c95) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-055c95.json) ## Summary The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is initiating a tender for the refurbishment of tram cars, under the planning stage of the procurement process. This initiative, classified under the services category, involves extensive maintenance and repair works on the South Yorkshire Supertram system. The project, located in Sheffield, United Kingdom (region code UKE32), is expected to commence on 1st December 2025 and conclude by 31st March 2027, with a potential for renewal until 31st December 2027. Key planning activities are scheduled, including two open days on 17th and 18th July 2025 for interested bidders, with final proposals due by 31st July 2025. This refurbishment is pivotal to the broader renewal programme for the Supertram system, indicating significant investment and improvement in public transportation infrastructure. This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in rail maintenance and refurbishment services. Businesses capable of delivering the full scope of work, including structural, electrical, and mechanical refurbishments, will find this project well-suited to their capabilities. The procurement process allows for submissions by consortiums or main contractors with sub-contractors, fostering collaborative bids. Moreover, this initiative not only aims to enhance the tram system but also promotes long-term involvement, aligning with future tender notices anticipated by 29th August 2025. Consequently, this project offers a strategic entry point for firms aiming to establish or expand their presence in the public transport services sector within the UK's sub-central government authorities. ## Notice The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is a formal partnership of councils that shapes policy and leads on decision-making. Formed in 2014, the constituent members of the Mayoral Combined Authority are Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, and Doncaster councils. SYMCA own the South Yorkshire Supertram System, which commenced operation in 1994. SYMCA is now embarking on wide ranging renewal programme of Supertram that will see significant investment and improvement across all aspects of the system over the coming years ### Planning Information SYMCA are holding two open days and interested bidders should email david.nichols@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk to request a slot on Thursday 17th July 2025 or Friday 18th July 2025 to view the proposed refurbishment faculties at Nunnery Depot, Woodbourn Road, Sheffield S9 3LS and view a sample tram and reports. The opportunity is only open to suppliers who can carry out the full scope of works which includes but not limited to: Removing bogies for SYMCA to refurb Stripping off existing body shell Replacing floors and floor coverings Replacement of Windscreen Wiper Linkages Replacement of Saloon Heaters and Thermostats Air Leak repairs Pressure Switches Articulation Inspection Sanding System Refurbishment Flange Lubrication System Refurbishment Windows Excluding the Windscreen Cab Windscreens Cubicle sealing Roof Electrical Conduit Repairs Electrical Inspection Saloon Doors Replacement of Cab Desk Pushbuttons, Switches and Indicators Drainage Preparation for Corrosion Repairs Reassembly of the tram after completion of the Corrosion Repairs Horns Any contractor bidding may submit as a consortium or main contractor with sub-contractors ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038828-2025 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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 | 10 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 29 Aug 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY | | Locality | SHEFFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S1 2BQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield | | Local authority | Sheffield | | Electoral ward | City | | Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central | | Delivery location | TLE32 Sheffield | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment ## Release History - 10 Jul 2025 at 09:26 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038828-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038828-2025 10th July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - 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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