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title: "Cambridge Depot Sanding System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a767"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "GA TRAINS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-28"
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# Cambridge Depot Sanding System

Buyer: GA TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a767

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Cambridge Depot Sanding System," managed by GA TRAINS LIMITED, is in the planning stage. This tender is aimed at engaging a Principal Contractor to work alongside the depot management team to enhance the sanding system at the Cambridge Depot, with a focus on site preparation work, the installation of machinery, and equipment. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKH region, the procurement falls within the utilities sector and involves works estimated at a gross value of £2,557,200. The buyer, GA TRAINS LIMITED, seeks to commence the contract on 1st September 2026, with an anticipated completion date of 26th February 2027. The procurement method is described as "limited competition," being below the threshold set for open tenders.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in industrial machinery, site preparation, and installation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as those with social enterprise profiles, are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in such a project can lead to business growth through the development of valuable industry expertise and strengthened credentials in the utilities sector. The collaboration with GA TRAINS LIMITED could provide long-term benefits in terms of future projects and partnerships within the infrastructure and transportation industries.

## Notice

GATL are seeking to appoint a supplier as a Principal Contractor to engage with the depot management team to agree access and programme for delivery of the proposed solution. The supplier is expected to deliver the change/upgrade to the sanding system and hand back to the depot team for use. The Principle Contractor will be required to safely co-ordinate the sub-contractors throughout the project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050219-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,131,000 |
| 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 | GA TRAINS LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | TLH East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 45 - Construction work
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 43811000 - Sanding machines
- 45100000 - Site preparation work
- 51500000 - Installation services of machinery and equipment

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 10:54 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050219-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050219-2026
  28th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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