---
title: "VEAT Notice - Class 397 Technical Support and Spares Supply"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b384"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TRANSPENNINE TRAINS LIMITED"
published: "2026-06-11"
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# VEAT Notice - Class 397 Technical Support and Spares Supply

Buyer: TRANSPENNINE TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b384

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## Summary

Transpennine Trains Limited, based in Manchester, UK, has completed the procurement process for the extension of their Class 397 Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement ('TSSSA') until 25th May 2031. The procurement, under the main category of services, specifically pertains to the repair and maintenance services of rolling stock. This process was conducted through a limited tender method, justified by the technical and economic grounds as CAF Rail UK Limited is the original equipment manufacturer uniquely positioned to fulfill this contract. The procurement method did not involve a call for competition and the contract was signed on 10th June 2026 for a value of GBP 39,400,000. The awarded contract is pivotal for the continuity of the existing leases and the future strategic maintenance plan for these railway units.

This tender presents growth opportunities exclusively for businesses like CAF Rail UK Limited, which are original equipment manufacturers with specialised technical expertise. Companies that possess the capability to provide advanced technical support and have direct access to original rolling stock parts are particularly well-suited for this type of partnership. Other businesses in the railway services sector can look to areas of innovation and cost-efficiency to position themselves for future opportunities that may arise beyond 2031 as Transpennine Trains Limited reviews the competitive landscape for such services. This provides a clear exemplar for businesses aiming to engage in high-value, long-term contracts within the UK's transport infrastructure maintenance industry.

## Notice

A time extension to TPT's Class 397 Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement ('TSSSA') to 25th May 2031

### Lot Information

Lot 1

VEAT Notice for a time extension to TPT's Class 397 Technical Support and Spares Supply Agreement ('TSSSA')

### Procurement Information

The proposed supplier is the Original Equipment Manufacturer of the Class 397 units and therefore uniquely placed from a technical engineering advisory perspective (Technical Grounds). They also are the only manufacturer of the original parts - procuring from an alternate supplier would add unnecessary cost as any alternate supplier would need to first procure from the OEM. It would also lead to potential supply chain delays in procurement and supply of spares risking continuity of the Class 397 maintenance programme, and availability of the fleet for public use (Public Good). TransPennine Express is awarding this contract to coincide with the end of our existing leases for these units, whilst simultaneously working on a future strategy for the maintenance of this fleet, reviewing competing this services in the future (post 2031).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055449-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £39,400,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRANSPENNINE TRAINS LIMITED |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 6LT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAF RAIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock

## Release History

- 11 Jun 2026 at 16:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055449-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://www.tpexpress.co.uk/

## Provenance

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