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title: "Framework - Vehicle Moves & Supporting Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a42c"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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# Framework - Vehicle Moves & Supporting Services

Buyer: WM TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a42c

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## Summary

WM Trains Limited is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for a framework agreement titled "Framework - Vehicle Moves & Supporting Services," which falls under the services industry category. The initiative, initiated as of 26th May 2026, involves the provision of both planned and unplanned rolling stock vehicle moves, shunting services, and associated activities within the UK. The procurement process follows a competitive flexible procedure, representing a significant opportunity with a total framework value of £5,859,628. The future notice date is set for 1st August 2026, and the contract is anticipated to commence on 1st April 2027, spanning four years to 2031, with the possibility of extension until 2035.

This tender represents substantial opportunities for SMEs specialising in services related to railway maintenance and logistics, including vehicle recovery and shunting. Businesses with experience in railway transport services or those capable of handling significant rolling stock operations could find this tender suited to their expertise. WM Trains' framework also opens doors for various railway service providers, including Train Operating Companies and Network Rail, to gain flexible access to essential support services through future call-offs. Engaging in this framework could lead to expanded business lines and strengthened partnerships within the rail transport sector.

## Notice

Framework for the provision of planned and unplanned rolling stock vehicle moves, vehicle recovery, shunting services, tire turning, and other related supporting services. Additional information Where used throughout this notice, the meaning of Train Operating Companies includes all and any of those train operating companies who, currently or in the future, provide services for the carriage of passengers by railway: a) under a franchise agreement with the Secretary of State within the meaning of section 23(3) of the Railways Act 1993 or b) under, or secured under, the Secretary of State's duty in section 30(1) of the Railways Act 1993; or c) in accordance with legislation which supersedes or amends the powers referred to in a) and b), including where such powers are transferred from the Secretary of State to another body. A list of some of the current providers of services for the carriage of passengers by railway under these provisions can be found at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/public-register-of-rail-passenger-contracts. Use and Access WM Trains is procuring on behalf of the Participating Authorities (as more particularly defined below) and will enter into the relevant framework agreement with the successful suppliers where such contract is awarded. The Participating Authorities (as more particularly defined below) are permitted to use the framework via subsequent call-offs/schedule of works in accordance with section 1(3)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. However, WM Trains is responsible for the conduct of the procurement throughout and all correspondence and communication from suppliers is to be solely with WM Trains. Participating Authorities In addition to WM Trains, the Participating Authorities who may call-off under this framework are: * the Train Operating Companies * Network Rail Infrastructure Limited * Any holders of a passenger licence or a station licence granted pursuant to section 8 of the Railways Act 1993 and/or a passenger licence granted pursuant to regulation 6 of the Railway (Licensing of Railway Undertakings) Regulations 2005 * DFT Operator Limited (company number: 07141122) or a successor parent to a Train Operating Company Novation or Assignment The framework agreement may be novated or assigned by WM Trains to Train Operating Companies, or to DFT Operator Limited (company number: 07141122) or any successor parent company to a Train Operating Company, following a corporate restructuring or similar circumstance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048996-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 1 Apr 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,883,024 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts
- 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment
- 60200000 - Railway transport services

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 15:00 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048996-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048996-2026
  26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/guidance/public-register-of-rail-passenger-contracts
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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