---
title: "IPDR - Locomotive ETCS Fitment Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069fe7"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# IPDR - Locomotive ETCS Fitment Framework

Buyer: NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069fe7

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## Summary

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited has announced a procurement process titled "IPDR - Locomotive ETCS Fitment Framework". This initiative belongs to the services industry category, focusing on vehicle-fleet management services. The procurement is currently in the planning stage as of 21st May 2026. The contract is set to be implemented from 4th January 2028 until 3rd January 2040. The project is located within the United Kingdom, under the management of a central government public authority. Noteworthy deadlines include the future notice date on 8th September 2026. The procurement aims to establish a national framework for deploying Level 2 European Train Control Systems (ETCS) and involves a significant gross budget of £324,000,000.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in vehicle-fleet management services and technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, offering a competitively advantageous framework agreement. The ETCS deployment aligns with global rail standards, making it an attractive prospect for businesses with expertise in rail infrastructure and control systems. Engaging in this process could significantly boost business growth by securing a long-term contract with a leading UK public-sector organisation.

## Notice

Establish a national framework for the deployment of Level 2 European Train Control Systems (ETCS)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047363-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jan 2028 - 3 Jan 2040 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £270,000,000 |
| 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 | NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8SW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50111100 - Vehicle-fleet management services

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 15:36 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047363-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047363-2026
  21st May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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