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title: "Framework Seat Repairs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a50c"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "WM TRAINS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-26"
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# Framework Seat Repairs

Buyer: WM TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a50c

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## Summary

WM Trains Limited, located in Birmingham, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for a framework agreement titled "Framework Seat Repairs." This procurement initiative targets the rail industry within the services sector and seeks to provide repairs for rolling stock seats, encompassing dilapidation repairs, moquette and foam replacement, and fire safety assessments. The procurement process was initiated under an open procedure and is scheduled to commence contractually from 1st April 2027, with the agreement lasting until 1st April 2031, with a potential extension until 2035. A future notice for this tender is expected by 1st October 2026. The total estimated value of this procurement is £1,536,960, with a gross amount of £1,844,352.

This framework offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in railway equipment repair and maintenance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given their eligibility under the procurement's suitability requirements. The open procedure allows for broad competition, making it an attractive prospect for companies aiming to expand their service offerings in the railway transport sector. Engaging in this framework could provide a stable stream of work over several years, fostering business growth and positioning enterprises as key players in the maintenance and repair of railway infrastructure across the UK.

## Notice

Framework for the provision of repairs to rolling stock seats including but not limited to dilapidation repairs, moquette and foam replacement, fire safety assessments, and other repair 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. (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/049259-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open 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 Oct 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 1 Apr 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,536,960 |
| 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

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment
- 50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services
- 60200000 - Railway transport services

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 17:30 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049259-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049259-2026
  26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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