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title: "London Underground Rolling Stock Disposal Framework"
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# London Underground Rolling Stock Disposal Framework

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ad30

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## Summary

Transport for London (TfL) is overseeing a procurement process for the London Underground Rolling Stock Disposal Framework. This strategic initiative aims to manage the disposal, decommissioning, and removal of outdated rolling stock assets and fleets through rail and road methods. The estimated value of the framework, which includes significant undertakings such as the disposal of the Piccadilly Line and Bakerloo Line stocks and heavy haulage vehicles, is approximately £11 million. The procurement process is managed under a competitive flexible procedure within a utilities regime, allowing for a selective approach to engage suppliers. Suppliers interested in participating must be registered under the Rail Industry Qualification Scheme (RISQS) and respond by the 23rd of October 2025. The framework agreement will extend over an initial eight-year term, potentially expanding to twelve years with options for renewal, with operations commencing in April 2026 and extending through to March 2034, including preparations for future stages.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the sectors of waste disposal, decommissioning services, and environmental services, especially those capable of handling hazardous and non-hazardous waste, along with the ability to recycle materials. With a focus on enhancing efficiencies and managing costs through price-based mini-competitions, this tender is particularly attractive to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are capable of providing competitive and high-quality service delivery. Successful partnerships will be evaluated using a Price per Quality Point (PQP) methodology, offering avenues for growth for businesses that can deliver significant value in waste management and transport services. Businesses specialising in rail and road services, including those equipped to meet the complex demands of large-scale project logistics, are well-positioned to benefit from this long-term framework agreement.

## Notice

This notice is to inform the market of an upcoming procurement event for the rolling stock disposal framework, which will include services. London Underground (LUL) requires removal via rail and/or road, decommission and disposal of a number of aging rolling stock assets/fleets. LUL's pipeline of anticipated rolling stock disposal to be awarded through this framework includes: Piccadilly Line 73TS rolling stock (approximately PS7m), Bakerloo Line 72TS rolling stock (approximately PS3m); and Heavy Haulage Vehicles (HHV) (approximately PS1m). It is estimated that the total value of projects on the framework will be approximately PS11m. Bakerloo Line upgrade and HHV projects will be subject to relevant future funding approvals. London Underground has purchased new rolling stock for the Piccadilly Line in order to replace the existing 73TS Fleet and is also currently planning projects to upgrade the Bakerloo Line Upgrade (BLU) which would include replacing the 72TS rolling stock, and further projects looking at updating LUL's fleet of heavy haulage vehicles (HHV). Both the BLU and HHV projects are in the early stages and are subject to London Underground securing the required funding. If these projects proceed the disposals of the rolling stock will be required. The core scope includes removal of rolling stock from LUL's sites, and transport to an off-site location (provided by the supplier). At the offsite location the rolling stock will be decommissioned by the supplier, this will involve the rolling stock cars being decoupled and hazardous waste contained, removed, and disposed of. Once all hazardous materials have been removed the remaining recyclable material from each car will be removed, weighed, and issued for recycling or re-use. All remaining materials, both hazardous and non-hazardous will then be scrapped as waste. The PLU fleet removal is due to commence for scrapping in early summer 2026 concluding in the late 2027. The contract is a bespoke Framework Agreement with two lots based on the different methods of haulage/removal (Road and Rail), a maximum of three (3) suppliers are to be selected per each lot. To achieve this, LUL will be conducting a competitive tender for this framework which shall have an initial term of eight (8) years, with an option to extend for further four (4) years based upon acceptable operational and commercial performance as set out in the framework. The maximum framework length will therefore be twelve (12) years. The framework will include a mini competition procedure (call-off contracts) which will be evaluated on price only for services. Each request for a proposal for the mini competitions will be issued on a batched basis. LUL's expectation is that no more than 5 trains will be included in each batch. Each batch will have a clearly specified collection date and location depending on the haulage/removal requirement. LUL will have control over the required mode of transport when specifying the collection location at request for proposal (call-off) stage. The framework also reserves the right for Direct Award. The framework also includes a 'scrap value rebate' mechanism under which LUL will receive from the suppliers based on the realised value of the scrap materials - in order to align with Tax guidance from HMRC, the scrap value will be returned to LUL as a separate incoming transaction (rather than offset against the cost of services). Procurement Overview and Conditions for Participation This notice is to inform the market of an upcoming procurement and to describe the initial selection process. The Rail Industry Qualification Scheme (RISQS) will be used as a Qualifying Utilities Dynamic Market. Any supplier that is interested in this procurement event is required to be registered and subsequently respond to the Expression of Interest on RISQS via the below link prior to 23rd October 2025: https://www.risqs.org/ Expressions of interest shall be issued to suppliers registered on RISQS under the following product codes: * H.G.3.5 - General Business Services and Supplies > Sewage, Refuse, Cleaning and Environmental services > Refuse & Waste Services > Waste Disposal - Non-Hazardous & Non-Toxic > Service * H.G.3.8 - General Business Services and Supplies > Sewage, Refuse, Cleaning and Environmental services > Refuse & Waste Services > Waste Disposal - Hazardous/Toxic > Service * H.G.3.2 - General Business Services and Supplies > Sewage, Refuse, Cleaning and Environmental services > Refuse & Waste Services > Recycling > Service * H.G.3.3 - General Business Services and Supplies > Sewage, Refuse, Cleaning and Environmental services > Refuse & Waste Services > Construction Waste Removal (and scrap clearance) > Service * E.G.4 - Rail Vehicles > Wagons and Freight Vehicles > Rail Delivery/Collection Vehicles > Dispose For any questions in relation to this notice please contact DTUPEngagement@tfl.gov.uk quoting, "Rolling Stock Disposal Framework" in the subject.

### Lot Information

Road Removal

The Supplier shall provide the following Services in the scope of removal, decommissioning and/or scrappage of the Designated Rolling Stock: * Road Services (including the removal of Designated Rolling Stock from the Underground Network; the transportation of Designated Rolling Stock from Company premises by Road); * Decommissioning Services; * Scrappage Services; * Spare Part Recovery Services (where applicable); and * Onward transfer (where applicable). Not all of the above services will be required for all Designated Rolling Stock. The nature of the Services will be specified by the Company within the Request Form at mini-competitions stage.

Renewal: Due to the nature of the services and as part of the Utilities exemptions, a Framework duration of the full 8 years has been chosen to ensure that it can be made full use of and with an option of a four (4) year extension is included should the projects / programmes be delayed.

Rail Removal

The Supplier shall provide the following Services in the scope of removal, decommissioning and/or scrappage of the Designated Rolling Stock: * Rail Services (including the removal of Designated Rolling Stock from the Underground Network; the transportation of Designated Rolling Stock from Company premises by Rail); * Decommissioning Services; * Scrappage Services; * Spare Part Recovery Services (where applicable); and * Onward transfer (where applicable). Not all of the above services will be required for all Designated Rolling Stock. The nature of the Services will be specified by the Company within the Request Form at mini-competitions stage.

Renewal: Due to the nature of the services and as part of the Utilities exemptions, a Framework duration of the full 8 years has been chosen to ensure that it can be made full use of and with an option of a four (4) year extension is included should the projects / programmes be delayed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065959-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2034 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,000,000 |
| Lots value | £11,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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 | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 34610000 - Rail locomotives and tenders
- 34621000 - Railway maintenance or service vehicles, and railway freight wagons
- 50229000 - Demolition of rolling stock
- 90523000 - Toxic waste disposal services except radioactive waste and contaminated soil
- 90530000 - Operation of a refuse site
- 90700000 - Environmental services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2025 at 13:53 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065959-2025
- 10 Oct 2025 at 15:45 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064361-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065959-2025
  16th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064361-2025
  10th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-6138
  Superseded by Notice2.zip.
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-6353
  Full Scope for the services and Conditions of the Contract attached.

## Notice URLs

- https://lucpd.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/api/1.0/ocdsReleasePackages/ocds-h6vhtk-04e7db
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.risqs.org/

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