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title: "MK4 OH2 Minus"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06131b"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)"
published: "2026-05-01"
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# MK4 OH2 Minus

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06131b

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## Summary

Transport for Wales Rail Limited is seeking tenders for the procurement titled "MK4 OH2 Minus," focusing on services related to railway maintenance and upgrades. This procurement has been initiated under an open procedure for services valued at £18 million in total. The tender is divided into two lots: Lot 1 involves OH2 Minus Works and Lot 2 covers Bogie Overhaul works, targeting various railway equipment. Interested parties should note that the tender period concludes on 26th May 2026, with the award decision expected by 13th July 2026. The procurement is governed by the UK Public Contracts Regulations with particular adherence to Welsh devolved regulations, and submissions must be completed in English or Welsh via the e-tender Wales platform.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities in the rail maintenance sector, particularly for companies proficient in servicing and overhauling railway components. Both SMEs and VCSEs are considered suitable to compete, given the specified suitability criteria. With emphasis on both pricing (40%) and quality (60%), companies with a robust record in quality service delivery and cost-effective solutions will find this opportunity profitable. Potential participants are encouraged to leverage their technical and economic capabilities to meet the selection criteria, facilitating entry into or expansion within the public transport equipment sector.

## Notice

Lot 1 : OH2 Minus Works articulated in document TFW/VOI3311 Issue 1 and TFW/COI3310 Issue 1 and associated documentation along with OH2 Minus Corrosion Repairs and any movements of rolling stock required. Lot 2: Bogie Overhaul works to cover the ninety-eight fitted to rolling stock and twelve (12) spare bogies

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - OH2 Minus Works

OH2 Minus Works articulated in document TFW/VOI3311 Issue 1 and TFW/COI3310 Issue 1 and associated documentation along with OH2 Minus Corrosion Repairs and any movements of rolling stock required.

Lot 2 - Bogie Overhaul

Lot 2: Bogie Overhaul works to cover the ninety-eight fitted to rolling stock and twelve (12) spare bogies

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040614-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 28 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000,000 |
| Lots value | £15,000,000 |
| 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 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

- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment

## Release History

- 1 May 2026 at 13:55 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040614-2026
- 26 Mar 2026 at 15:27 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028065-2026
- 30 Jan 2026 at 14:28 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008512-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040614-2026
  1st May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028065-2026
  26th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008512-2026
  30th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.tfwrail.wales
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/go/74630813019C0EB209DB
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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