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title: "Supply of the Services for Engineering Vehicles Plasser Tamper 773 Overhaul"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05feeb"
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# Supply of the Services for Engineering Vehicles Plasser Tamper 773 Overhaul

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05feeb

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## Summary

Transport for London (TfL) has completed the awarding of a contract for the "Supply of the Services for Engineering Vehicles Plasser Tamper 773 Overhaul." This contract, under the procurement method of a selective, negotiated procedure with prior call for competition, falls within the services category. It is focused on the repair, maintenance, and associated services related to railways and other equipment, particularly for the Plasser Tamper 773. The location tied to this procurement is primarily London, specifically in the region designated as UKI. The contract, crucial for the continued operational availability of TfL's engineering fleet, was officially signed on 17 December 2025. This proactive overhaul is strategically timed ahead of the expiry of a related asset's concession in October 2026, aiming to ensure safety and continuity of TfL's track maintenance operations.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in railway vehicle maintenance and engineering services to engage with a major public transport authority. Companies with expertise in comprehensive equipment overhauls, particularly those experienced with railway infrastructure and maintenance, will find this contract particularly advantageous. By participating in such initiatives, businesses can not only expand their portfolio with a prestigious client like TfL, but also contribute to key infrastructure projects like the Aldgate Junction Renewal and Remodelling Programme. The enhancements facilitated by this project, including increased rail service frequency, underscore the strategic importance and potential for business growth through such a contract.

## Notice

Transport for London have awarded a Contract for the Supply of the Services for Engineering Vehicles Plasser Tamper 773 Overhaul. This Contract consists of the Heavy Overhaul of 1 x Plasser Tamper Tube Gauge in which encompasses a comprehensive, programme-level maintenance activity that involves a deep inspection, maintenance, and replacement of major components to restore the asset to a extend its life.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Tamper 773 is based within London Underground's engineering fleet and plays a critical role in maintaining track infrastructure across the network. The asset forms part of TfL's specialist maintenance plant, which is essential for delivering safe and reliable operations and supporting major renewal programmes. The scope of work covers the full heavy overhaul and re-certification of Tamper 773 to ensure its continued operational availability. This proactive intervention is strategically timed ahead of Tamper 771's concession expiry in October 2026, safeguarding continuity of track maintenance and mitigating risks of service disruption. The overhaul directly supports the Aldgate Junction Renewal and Remodelling Programme, a high-impact initiative addressing deteriorating asset conditions and enabling an uplift in service frequency from 30 to 32 trains per hour-a key deliverable of the Four Lines Modernisation. By securing operational tampers ahead of the planned blockade, TfL ensures programme resilience and mitigates resource shortages during one of the most complex renewals on the network.

Options: Twelve (12) Month Extension at Transport for London's sole discretion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006068-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2026 at 10:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006068-2026
- 5 Jan 2026 at 07:48 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000112-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://tfl.gov.uk/
- https://www.risqs.org/

## Provenance

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