---
title: "P-3346 Supply of B7R Camshaft Kits"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e118"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TRANSLINK"
published: "2026-02-18"
---

# P-3346 Supply of B7R Camshaft Kits

Buyer: TRANSLINK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e118

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## Summary

Translink, a public undertaking located in Belfast, is engaged in the procurement titled "P-3346 Supply of B7R Camshaft Kits," aimed at renewing its Volvo B7R engines to ensure bus reliability. This contract initially covers a period of three years, with potential extensions of up to two years, and has reached the award stage as of 18 February 2026. Ballymena Engine Spares Limited has been designated as the supplier, with the contract starting on 23 February 2026 and running until 22 February 2029. The procurement falls under the category of goods and involves the open competition method, adhering to Northern Irish devolved regulations. The procurement gross value is £220,000, highlighting significant commercial opportunities ahead.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in engine parts and familiar with the needs of public transport undertakings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) might find themselves well-positioned to compete, given the open competition structure and the specific industry focus on engine reliability improvements. Being awarded a supply contract with Translink presents an opportunity for businesses, especially those based in the UK, to enhance their visibility and credibility within the public transport sector. The procurement emphasises commercial viability and conformance with stringent requirements, providing a competitive edge to well-prepared contenders capable of delivering high-quality engine components.

## Notice

Translink is undertaking an asset renewal programme of Volvo B7R engines to support bus reliability. To aid this programme, Translink seeks a competent contractor to provide Volvo B7R Camshaft Kits. This will be an initial 3 year contract with possible further extensions for up to 2 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014931-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £270,000 |
| Lots value | £270,000 |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| Contracts value | £200,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRANSLINK |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT2 7LX |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BALLYMENA ENGINE SPARES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34310000 - Engines and engine parts
- 34312000 - Engine parts

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2026 at 16:04 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014931-2026
- 17 Feb 2026 at 15:04 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014401-2026
- 14 Nov 2025 at 10:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073831-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014931-2026
  18th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014401-2026
  17th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073831-2025
  14th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ballymenaenginespares.co.uk/
- http://www.translink.co.uk
- https://etendersni.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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