---
title: "Hidden Critical Elements"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a80f"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "GA TRAINS LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-28"
---

# Hidden Critical Elements

Buyer: GA TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a80f

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## Summary

GA TRAINS LIMITED, a public undertaking based in London, is planning a procurement process titled "Hidden Critical Elements" under a competitive flexible procedure. The tender, currently in the planning stage, focuses on architectural and building-surveying services within the railway sector, specifically for examining the stations' structures. This process is classified under industries such as repair, maintenance, and associated services related to railways and is anticipated to cover services starting from 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2029, with a projected contract value of up to £3,600,000 GBP. Interested parties should note that the procurement relates to the UKH region, and a formal notice is expected by 31st July 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in architectural surveying and maintenance services, especially those capable of handling complex infrastructure projects in the railway sector. The process is open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as social enterprises, enhancing their scope for involvement. With a substantial budget and a need for specialised knowledge of hidden critical elements, businesses skilled in structural examinations within transportation infrastructure will find this opportunity attractive for fostering growth and expanding service offerings within the public utilities domain.

## Notice

GALT are required to conduct examinations of our stations to gain a comprehensive understanding of our standing concerning the Hidden Critical Elements (HCE) within our structures. These examinations cover the 2027-2029 reporting year

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050487-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| 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 | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment
- 71251000 - Architectural and building-surveying services

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 15:20 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050487-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050487-2026
  28th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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