---
title: "Outsource Feasibility of Lost Property"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0597e1"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)"
published: "2026-03-17"
---

# Outsource Feasibility of Lost Property

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0597e1

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Transport for Wales Rail Limited, a public authority serving sub-central government, focused on exploring the feasibility of outsourcing lost property management services. The contract was intended to operate within the cargo handling and storage services industry category, impacting the region of Wales in the United Kingdom. Initially announced with a tender scheduled to conclude on 8th October 2025, this process was terminated on 17th March 2026 following a business review. The contracting authority planned to enhance internal mechanisms rather than progress with outsourcing, marking the completion of this tender process.

While this tender cancellation means businesses cannot pursue the specific opportunity with Transport for Wales Rail Limited at this time, the initial procurement description outlined potential for businesses specialising in logistics and storage solutions to manage lost property over extended periods, with an emphasis on item recycling and donation within local Welsh communities. Future tender opportunities in this space may engage similar sectors, offering prospects for small and medium enterprises to showcase expertise in efficient inventory management, sustainability practices, and community engagement. Keeping an eye on Transport for Wales Rail’s procurement channels may reveal new opportunities that align with these capabilities.

## Notice

TfW are now looking to explore an outsourced solution with commitment to reunite our customers with their lost items. The process will be adjusted for all lost items to be collected by a third party from around day 7 of loss and retained with them until 90 days, at which point they are sold / recycled/ destroyed. There is also an ambition of TfW to donate some items to local charities within Wales.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024237-2026 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £248,333 |
| Lots value | £248,333 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER) |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | PONTYPRIDD |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF37 4TH |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Pontypridd Town |
| Westminster constituency | Pontypridd |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63100000 - Cargo handling and storage services

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2026 at 16:06 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024237-2026
- 10 Sep 2025 at 15:09 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055522-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024237-2026
  17th March 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055522-2025
  10th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
  document location

## Notice URLs

- http://www.tfwrail.wales
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.ukitt_119949project_60428
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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