--- title: "EMR/SH/01 Class 360 Maintenance/Refurbishment Moves" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060378" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-060378" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060378.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060378.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TRANSPORT UK EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED" published: "2026-01-12" --- # EMR/SH/01 Class 360 Maintenance/Refurbishment Moves Buyer: TRANSPORT UK EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060378 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-060378) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060378.json) ## Summary TRANSPORT UK EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED is currently seeking suppliers for the "EMR/SH/01 Class 360 Maintenance/Refurbishment Moves" tender, which falls under the services category, specifically related to the maintenance and transport of railway vehicles. This public procurement process, initiated on 12th January 2026, is being conducted through a competitive flexible procedure. Located in the United Kingdom, the project requires transporting Class 360 units between key depots in Northampton and Cricklewood. Interested parties must submit their expressions of interest by 4th February 2026, with an enquiry deadline on 28th January 2026. The tendering process includes an expression of interest stage, a procurement-specific questionnaire, initiation to tender, and an optional negotiation stage. The contract, valued at £2,000,000, offers a two-year term with an option to extend, with the contract award anticipated by 13th July 2026. This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in transportation, logistics, and railway maintenance services. Companies with expertise in the safe and cost-efficient movement of large railway units will find this opportunity particularly attractive. Businesses capable of adapting to changing logistics and environmental considerations, while maintaining high service standards, are well-suited to compete in this procurement. The contract's scope includes ensuring timely deliveries and meeting strict safety and regulatory compliance requirements, creating room for innovation and service development. By engaging with Transport UK, businesses will contribute to efficient rail operations across the East Midlands and potentially advance their service offerings in the railway industry sector. ## Notice Transport UK (Operations) Limited ("Transport UK") (formerly known as Abellio Transport Holdings Limited) is dedicated to offering safer, more reliable and easier rail journeys. A leading transport operating group, Transport UK focuses on transforming the industry and working with partners to offer a more convenient and better service to make people's lives easier. Transport UK runs train operators East Midlands Railway and West Midlands Railway (including its sub-brand, London Northwestern Railway), as well as the MerseyRail concession in a 50:50 joint venture with Serco. It operates Transport UK London Bus services with 700 buses on over 47 London routes, has recently invested in a major new depot and will shortly introduce electric buses on a number of its routes. Midlands Limited is pleased and proud to be the operator of EMR. It's our vision to drive the East Midlands towards a brighter future, working in partnership to connect cities, support communities and create easier journeys for everyone. EMR operates 21x Class 360 Electric Multiple Units between Corby and London St Pancras. The fleet is maintained at Bedford Cauldwell Depot; heavy maintenance, and a forthcoming fleet refurbishment, will be undertake at Siemens' depot at Northampton Kings Heath - Therefore, the units will require movement to and from Kings Heath for these maintenance events. The Class 360s are a 4 car EMU, built by Siemens under the Desiro Classic series of trains. They are fitted with Dellner 12 couplers at a height of 925mm above Rail level. Braking is available through the electrical head via either PWM signal or 3 step braking with enhanced emergency braking. Suppliers are requested to provide EMR with a proposal for the movement of Class 360 units between Kettering Depot Sidings and Northampton Kings Heath Depot. Additionally, we require the option for collection/delivery between Northampton Kings Heath Depot and Cricklewood A-E sidings. EMR recognises that markets and businesses are changing at an ever-increasing pace. The requirements detailed in this document are, therefore, the minimum acceptable to EMR and the Supplier should consider where they are capable of development of services within their offer in order to meet EMR's requirements. Aims In delivering this contract, EMR requires the Supplier to undertake the following: * Safe Transportation - ensure the safe movement of Class 360 train sets, adhering to all safety regulations and standards and without damage * Timely delivery - planning and co-ordination to meet delivery schedules * Cost Efficiency - minimising costs whilst maintaining high standards of service * Flexibility and Adaptability - able to adapt to changing circumstances * Environmental Considerations - reducing the environmental impact through efficient logistics and use of eco-friendly practices. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: The Contract terms will be EMR's Terms and conditions for the supply of services, long form. The Contract will be duration of two years, with an option to extend for an additional 12 months EMR may also compliantly Direct Award a further contract for additional or repeat goods, services or works following initial expiry of the Contract in accordance with the Procurement Act, Schedule 5 Paragraph 8 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002170-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000,000 | | Lots value | £2,000,000 | | 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 UK EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | EC4A 3AG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | City of London | | Electoral ward | Castle Baynard | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment ## Release History - 12 Jan 2026 at 10:57 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002170-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002170-2026 12th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://eastmidlandsrailway.medius-s2c.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=2240&Culture=en-GB Submission address ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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