---
title: "Class 170 SVRS Modifications"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a9bc"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED"
published: "2026-06-01"
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# Class 170 SVRS Modifications

Buyer: NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a9bc

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## Summary

Northern Trains Limited is seeking suppliers for the "Class 170 SVRS Modifications" project, aimed at installing a Single Variable Rate Sanding System on their Class 170 fleet consisting of 16 units. The procurement process is currently in the tender update stage as of 1st June 2026, with proposals to be submitted electronically by 10th July 2026. This open competitive tender process offers gross contract value up to £2,040,000, and is underpinned by legislation from the UKPGA 2023/54. The project pertains to the goods category, specifically locomotive parts, with delivery points across several UK regions including West Midlands (UKG), North East (UKC), Yorkshire and the Humber (UKE), and North West (UKD).

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialised in locomotive equipment, offering scope for growth with a high-value contract under the utilities special regime. Companies equipped with technical expertise in railway systems, particularly those that can deliver competitive pricing, quality technical solutions, and social value initiatives, would be well-suited to compete. The procurement method involves submission of initial offers, followed by refinement and final tender submission, allowing for strategic supplier selections based on value for money and quality. Businesses capable of meeting these criteria and navigating the procedural requirements stand to benefit significantly from this contract.

## Notice

Northern Trains Ltd (NTL) is seeking a supplier with the capability, capacity, and technical competence to deliver a Single Variable Rate Sanding System (SVRS) installation to the Northern Class 170 fleet (16 units).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051309-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Oct 2026 - 1 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,700,000 |
| Lots value | £1,700,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN TRAINS LIMITED |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 6JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Micklegate |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34631000 - Parts of locomotives or rolling stock

## Release History

- 1 Jun 2026 at 10:54 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051309-2026
- 30 May 2026 at 14:59 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051141-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051309-2026
  1st June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051141-2026
  30th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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