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title: "Northampton CET"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a61a"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "WM TRAINS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-27"
---

# Northampton CET

Buyer: WM TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a61a

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## Summary

WM TRAINS LIMITED, a public undertaking entity based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, is planning a procurement process titled "Northampton CET." This project involves Controlled Emission Toilet (CET) works at the Northampton depot, starting with the award of a Pre-Construction Agreement (PCSA) for GRIP 5. The planning stage of this procurement commenced on 27th May 2026, with a further notice expected by 26th June 2026. The competitive flexible procedure will be used, focusing on significant water-treatment and railway construction works within the industry category. The contract period is planned to start on 4th January 2027 and conclude by 30th September 2027.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in water-treatment and railway depot construction, particularly those eager to engage in preparatory and detailed project design stages. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can provide comprehensive services from initial construction phases to completion could particularly benefit. With a planned duration of nearly nine months, businesses will have the prospect to secure a key role in a major public sector initiative, enhancing their industry presence and operational portfolio within the UK market.

## Notice

This contract is for the delivery of Controlled Emission Toilet (CET) works at Northampton depot . The initial stage will be the award of a Pre- Construction Agreement (PCSA) for GRIP 5. Upon successful completion of the PCSA (GRIP 5) , the contracting authority will evaluate the detailed design and cost plan with a view to negotiating a separate works contract for GRIP Stages 6 to 8. The PCSA itself does not guarantee award of the full construction phase

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049628-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| 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 | 27 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jan 2027 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45232430 - Water-treatment work
- 45234100 - Railway construction works
- 45234112 - Railway depot construction work

## Release History

- 27 May 2026 at 12:06 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049628-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049628-2026
  27th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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