--- title: "Locomotive and Wagon Tyre Turning Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066983" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-066983" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066983.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066983.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2026-03-31" --- # Locomotive and Wagon Tyre Turning Services Buyer: DIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066983 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-066983) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066983.json) ## Summary Direct Rail Services Limited, a sub-central governmental public authority based in Carlisle, UK, is in the planning stage of a tender process for "Locomotive and Wagon Tyre Turning Services." The procurement involves repair and maintenance services specifically for locomotive wheelsets, with a total estimated value of £1.44 million. As of the latest update on 31st March 2026, a Request for Information (RFI) has been issued to gather insights into the market capacity, geographic coverage, and supplier flexibility for this service. Suppliers have until 7th April 2026 to provide their inputs, following an extension to address document submission issues. The planned contract period is from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2030. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses capable of providing robust locomotive and wagon maintenance solutions. Companies that specialise in railway engineering services, particularly those with experience in locomotive wheelset maintenance and established compliance with railway standards, would be well-placed to compete. Engaging in this project could not only enhance a firm's portfolio by associating with Direct Rail Services but also provide long-term business sustainability through a four-year contract. The buyer seeks suppliers who can offer flexible capacity models and ensure the availability of reserved service slots, presenting further business growth opportunities for adaptable and responsive enterprises. ## Notice The contracting authority (DRS) are seeking to contract with a supplier who is able to provide tyre turning services for their fleet of wagons and locomotives, including but not limited to: * Pre-tyre turning inspection and confirmation of scope in line with NTS control documentation. * Tyre Turning on a wheel lathe * Associated inspection and measurement activities * Compliance with applicable railway standards * 1 fixed slot Jan - October increasing to 2 fixed slots October-December DRS is, on a voluntary basis, operating under the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) for this procurement and is therefore advertising this opportunity on the Central Digital Platform. By doing so, it does not become a public authority and DRS reserve the right to deviate from the PA23 at its discretion but will preserve the principles of fairness and transparency. The RFI document can be found on our Atamis Portal: https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome Atamis Reference: C30232 ### Planning Information This Request for Information (RFI) is issued to understand the market capability, capacity and geographic coverage for the provision of Locomotive and Wagon tyre turning services. The RFI also seeks to understand supplier appetite for flexible capacity models, including reserved slots available on a pay only if used basis. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029476-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 7 Apr 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,200,000 | | 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 | DIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED | | Locality | CARLISLE | | Post town | Carlisle | | Postcode | CA6 4SJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria | | ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland | | Local authority | Cumberland | | Electoral ward | Dalston and Burgh | | Westminster constituency | Carlisle | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50221300 - Repair and maintenance services of locomotive wheelsets ## Release History - 31 Mar 2026 at 09:31 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029476-2026 - 13 Mar 2026 at 11:01 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022823-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029476-2026 31st March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022823-2026 13th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome - https://www.directrailservices.com/ - 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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