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title: "Supply and Overhaul of Fleet Wide Wheelsets"
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# Supply and Overhaul of Fleet Wide Wheelsets

Buyer: NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056600

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## Summary

The recent procurement process managed by Network Rail Infrastructure Limited involves the "Supply and Overhaul of Fleet Wide Wheelsets". This initiative, falling under the services category in the rail maintenance industry, encompasses a broad scope of work involving the collection, overhaul, and delivery of approximately 2,500 wheelsets annually. The contracting authority's office is located in London. The procurement, completed on 3rd June 2026, proceeded under a competitive flexible procedure, tailored for the utilities sector through a selective approach. The procurement structure is a multi-supplier framework agreement divided into five lots, explicitly designed to cater to operational groupings and technical complexity. The key milestones include a scheduled signature date on 23rd June 2026.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for large-scale businesses proficient in rail maintenance services, given the need for rigorous compliance with Network Rail's specifications. Potential suppliers include those capable of handling complex mechanical overhauls, ensuring adherence to health & safety and sustainability standards. The framework agreement allows flexibility for additional purchases via call-offs, ensuring continuous service provision. Companies such as DB Cargo (UK) Limited, Pullman Rail Ltd, and Lucchini Unipart Rail Ltd have been successful in obtaining contracts, highlighting demand for businesses with robust operational capacity and a keen focus on quality and cost efficiency to thrive in this competitive field.

## Notice

This procurement is for the collection, overhaul, and delivery of approximately 2,500 wheelsets per year across Network Rail's fleet. It will be delivered under a multi-supplier, zero-value framework agreement structured into five lots based on operational groupings and technical complexity. The scope includes overhaul of wheelsets and subcomponents (e.g. axles, bearings, brake discs, gearboxes) in accordance with Network Rail technical specifications. The framework will be governed by the NR13(E) Framework Agreement and NR18(S) PO Conditions, with call-offs issued via Purchase Orders. NOTE: The Contract Value stated in this notice is not represented per Lot but total value across all Lots and Contracts.

### Lot Information

Y25/27 & VNH1

Options: The framework allows for additional purchases via call-offs throughout its term. These include direct awards to Primary or Secondary Suppliers, or RFQs among Framework Approved Suppliers if the primary options are unavailable. This ensures flexibility and continuity of supply.

Renewal: The framework includes two extensions: one for 2 years and one for 1 year. These may be used to maintain continuity of service, allow suppliers to deliver improvements, or align with future fleet strategies or re-procurement timelines. Extensions will be exercised based on supplier performance, operational needs, and market conditions.

Y33 RDT MPV T2 & OLET

Options: The framework allows for additional purchases via call-offs throughout its term. These include direct awards to Primary or Secondary Suppliers, or RFQs among Framework Approved Suppliers if the primary options are unavailable. This ensures flexibility and continuity of supply.

Renewal: The framework includes two extensions: one for 2 years and one for 1 year. These may be used to maintain continuity of service, allow suppliers to deliver improvements, or align with future fleet strategies or re-procurement timelines. Extensions will be exercised based on supplier performance, operational needs, and market conditions.

MPV T1

Options: The framework allows for additional purchases via call-offs throughout its term. These include direct awards to Primary or Secondary Suppliers, or RFQs among Framework Approved Suppliers if the primary options are unavailable. This ensures flexibility and continuity of supply.

Renewal: The framework includes two extensions: one for 2 years and one for 1 year. These may be used to maintain continuity of service, allow suppliers to deliver improvements, or align with future fleet strategies or re-procurement timelines. Extensions will be exercised based on supplier performance, operational needs, and market conditions.

Y33 RHTT

Options: The framework allows for additional purchases via call-offs throughout its term. These include direct awards to Primary or Secondary Suppliers, or RFQs among Framework Approved Suppliers if the primary options are unavailable. This ensures flexibility and continuity of supply.

Renewal: The framework includes two extensions: one for 2 years and one for 1 year. These may be used to maintain continuity of service, allow suppliers to deliver improvements, or align with future fleet strategies or re-procurement timelines. Extensions will be exercised based on supplier performance, operational needs, and market conditions.

Mixed Wheelset Types

Options: The framework allows for additional purchases via call-offs throughout its term. These include direct awards to Primary or Secondary Suppliers, or RFQs among Framework Approved Suppliers if the primary options are unavailable. This ensures flexibility and continuity of supply.

Renewal: The framework includes two extensions: one for 2 years and one for 1 year. These may be used to maintain continuity of service, allow suppliers to deliver improvements, or align with future fleet strategies or re-procurement timelines. Extensions will be exercised based on supplier performance, operational needs, and market conditions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052310-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,900,000 |
| Lots value | £30,900,000 |
| Awards value | £30,900,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8SW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | ARLINGTON FLEET SERVICES; DB CARGO (UK; LUCCHINI UNIPART RAIL; PULLMAN RAIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment
- 50221300 - Repair and maintenance services of locomotive wheelsets
- 50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock

## Release History

- 3 Jun 2026 at 11:44 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052310-2026
- 25 Jul 2025 at 08:29 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043006-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052310-2026
  3rd June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043006-2025
  25th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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