---
title: "Design & Build of a Multi-Purpose Vehicle Fleet"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a787"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-28"
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# Design & Build of a Multi-Purpose Vehicle Fleet

Buyer: NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a787

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by Network Rail Infrastructure Limited, involves the design and build of a multi-purpose vehicle fleet comprising up to 32 new vehicles, primarily classified under railway maintenance or service vehicles. The process is currently in the planning stage with significant milestones ahead, including a future notice date scheduled for 17th June 2026. The contract, characterised under special regimes for utilities, highlights a significant procurement opportunity with a projected value of £256 million, grossing up to £307 million. This initiative is centred in London, United Kingdom, with the contract period extending from May 2027 to December 2034.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for enterprises specialising in vehicle design and construction, with an emphasis on railway maintenance vehicles. The procurement process is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given their eligibility and suitability for the contract. Businesses positioned to deliver innovative design and construction solutions within the transportation sector have the potential to significantly benefit from this contract, offering a long-term engagement over several years, which can lead to sustained business development and market presence.

## Notice

Design & Build of a Multi-Purpose Vehicle Fleet- Up to 32 new Multi-purpose vehicles

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050265-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 May 2027 - 31 Dec 2034 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £256,000,000 |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34621200 - Railway maintenance or service vehicles

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 11:37 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050265-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050265-2026
  28th 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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