---
title: "Class 730 Cascade Stabling"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069b01"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "WM TRAINS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-18"
---

# Class 730 Cascade Stabling

Buyer: WM TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069b01

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## Summary

WM TRAINS LIMITED, based in Birmingham, is planning a competitive flexible procedure for the procurement of overnight train stabling and related services for 7X 730 5-car units, including refuelling and cleaning, under the contract title "Class 730 Cascade Stabling." The procurement, classified under the services category, is in the planning stage with a future notice date set for 31st August 2026. The stabling services will be delivered across multiple regions in the United Kingdom, involving a gross amount of £10,505,664. The contract period is expected to commence on 1st January 2028 and conclude on 31st December 2032.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the railway transport services sector, particularly those specialising in locomotive maintenance and service provision. Companies with expertise in managing railway facilities or those involved in the supply of rail transport services might find this tender valuable for growth. Given the competitive nature of the procurement method, businesses well-versed in navigating such procedures would be well-suited to seize this opportunity. Engaging with the tender not only opens avenues for substantial revenue but also establishes long-term collaboration with a prominent public undertaking, enhancing industry credentials and market presence.

## Notice

Requirement is for overnight train stabling for 7X 730 5-car units. Stabling to allow for refuelling and cleaning. Requirement to include cleaning and servicing

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045364-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2028 - 31 Dec 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,754,720 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WM TRAINS LIMITED |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B3 2ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts
- 60200000 - Railway transport services

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 12:59 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045364-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045364-2026
  18th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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