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title: "Provision of Train Driver Training Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065d55"
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buyer: "GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED"
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# Provision of Train Driver Training Services

Buyer: GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065d55

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Govia Thameslink Railway Limited seeks proposals for the provision of train driver training services. This tender, titled "Provision of Train Driver Training Services", falls within the specialist training services industry category, targeting the recruitment and operational deployment of train drivers in the UK, specifically within the UKI region. The process is in the tender stage, employing a competitive flexible procedure divided into four stages. Interested parties must submit expressions of interest by noon on 20th March 2026, with the award decisions anticipated by 13th July 2026. The contract's value is projected at £900,000 GBP, with potential for a one-year renewal extending to July 2028.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in transport industry training, especially those able to meet the demand for comprehensive train driver training services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in delivering such specialist training can markedly benefit, given the outlined suitability criteria. The contractual opportunity aligns with Govia Thameslink Railway’s strategic goals and demands innovative training solutions to support railway operations. As quality carries a substantial weight in the award criteria, businesses focusing on high-quality service provision, alongside competitive pricing, are well-positioned to compete effectively.

## Notice

This procurement is for the supply of Train Driver Trainers to support Business Plan Commitments relating to the operation of the Railways. Train Driver Training Services are required to support the recruitment and deployment of train drivers safely into the operational environment. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Newcastle-upon-Tyne:-Specialist-training-services./2D59V4SQN9 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2D59V4SQN9

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017487-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jul 2026 - 29 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | £900,000 |
| 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 | GOVIA THAMESLINK RAILWAY LIMITED |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 6BL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80510000 - Specialist training services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2026 at 15:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017487-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017487-2026
  26th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://goviathameslinkrailway.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2D59V4SQN9
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2D59V4SQN9
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Newcastle-upon-Tyne:-Specialist-training-services./2D59V4SQN9
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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