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title: "MK4 OH2 (Overhaul 2) VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instructions) Work and Bogie Overhaul"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0602fe"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)"
published: "2026-01-09"
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# MK4 OH2 (Overhaul 2) VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instructions) Work and Bogie Overhaul

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0602fe

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## Summary

The procurement process currently at the planning stage involves Transport for Wales Rail Limited (Utility Buyer), a public authority under sub-central government regulations. The project titled "MK4 OH2 (Overhaul 2) VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instructions) Work and Bogie Overhaul" is set within the railway industry category and is located in the United Kingdom. This procurement process, initiated as a tender, includes key activities such as an online market engagement session on 26th January 2026. Interested suppliers must register their interest by 22nd January 2026. This initiative, dating to 9th January 2026, targets services such as vehicle maintenance, corrosion repair, and bogie overhaul, organised into two lots. The formal notice for future tenders is expected by 2nd February 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialised in rolling stock repair and maintenance services. SMEs are notably encouraged to participate, catering to the scope of work that includes detailed overhauls and associated components servicing for both mechanical and electrical equipment. Business growth is fostered through long-term contracts extending from July 2026 to August 2028, with a projected high-value range underscoring the project’s significance. Companies capable of fulfilling these requirements will find this an appealing opportunity, especially those with expertise in large-scale vehicle maintenance and refurbishment. Consequently, businesses equipped to handle the logistical and technical demands of such railway projects stand to benefit significantly.

## Notice

Procurement of OH2 (Overhaul 2) VMI (Vehicle Maintenance Instructions) Work, corrosion repair, painting and associated movements, Bogie Overhaul, into 2 lots. Lot 1 * Completion of the OH2 minus scope on 8 trains, each consisting of one DVT (driving van trailer) and 5 passenger coaches, totalling 48 vehicles. * High level summary of Scope: Overhaul or replacement of: Removal of bogies and fitment of overhauled bogies Gangways Door gear and control equipment Pneumatic hoses Drawgear and couplers DVT brake equipment including brake controller and all control valves Electrical equipment (WSP, isolation switches) Batteries Inter-vehicle Jumpers o Inspection/repair of all exterior panels and underframe structure and completion of associated corrosion repairs o Vehicle testing o Vehicle painting Lot 2 * Bogie Overhaul. Estimated value stated is above threshold based on historical spend and current scope; precise value withheld due to commercial sensitivity.

### Planning Information

The Authority are using this Preliminary Market Engagement Notice to identify supplier interest in this upcoming requirement. The Authority is holding an online market engagement session via Microsoft Teams on the 26th January 2026, starting at 13:30 and concluding at 14:30. The Authority may answer questions and request feedback via a questionnaire.
To register your interest in taking part, please complete this Microsoft Form (please copy and paste the below link into your browser):
https://forms.office.com/e/r7uJJVQTgj by the 22nd January 2026. 
Any issues with completing the form, please email supplychain@tfw.wales by the 22nd January 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001925-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER) |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts
- 50221300 - Repair and maintenance services of locomotive wheelsets
- 50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock
- 50224000 - Reconditioning services of rolling stock

## Release History

- 9 Jan 2026 at 14:34 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001925-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001925-2026
  9th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://forms.office.com/e/r7uJJVQTgj
- https://tfw.wales/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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