---
title: "LED lighting transition project to replace lighting for all passenger rolling stock fleets"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0560d8"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR LONDON"
published: "2026-05-17"
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# LED lighting transition project to replace lighting for all passenger rolling stock fleets

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0560d8

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## Summary

Transport for London (TfL) is in the planning stages of a significant procurement process titled "LED lighting transition project to replace lighting for all passenger rolling stock fleets," aimed at upgrading lighting systems across its train fleets. This initiative falls under the industry category of 'goods' with a focus on transport equipment and lighting equipment, and will take place in the United Kingdom. Currently, the process is in the 'planned' stage, with a communication notice anticipated on 1 January 2027. The contract period is scheduled to start on 31 July 2028 and end on 30 July 2030. This phased transition from fluorescent to LED lighting promises enhanced energy efficiency and reduced maintenance requirements.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in LED lighting solutions, energy efficiency technologies, and transport equipment. Companies with capabilities in upgrading existing lighting systems and providing sustainable, energy-saving solutions would be ideally positioned to benefit from this opportunity. The procurement involves a framework agreement, suggesting that successful bidders might also secure long-term collaboration opportunities with TfL. Moreover, engaging in early market engagement, which includes questionnaires and presentations, can be a strategic move for companies to align their offerings with TfL's specifications and requirements, creating a fertile ground for future business growth.

## Notice

LED lighting transition project to replace the fluorescent lights with the LED lighting for all rolling stock fleet trains

### Planning Information

The project team is planning to issue an Early Market Engagement questionnaire starting from w/c 28 July 2025.
Please register your interest by sending an email to Inga Skutane at IngaSkutane@tfl.gov.uk
The estimated time for responses being received to the EME questionnaire is by 20 August 2025 and conduct interviews/ presentations after by the end of August and beginning of September 2025.
All these dates will be confirmed upon the issue of EME questionnaire.
Please kindly note that the contract start and end date mentioned in this notice is a very rough estimate and is a subject to change.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045169-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 17 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jan 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2028 - 30 Jul 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 | 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

## Release History

- 17 May 2026 at 19:07 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045169-2026
- 17 Jul 2025 at 08:58 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040749-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045169-2026
  17th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040749-2025
  17th July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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