--- title: "GWR - Framework for the provision of fabrication, structural repair and composite repair services in support of its Train & Rolling Stock (T&RS) maintenance operations" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06f85c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06f85c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06f85c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06f85c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED" published: "2026-09-11" --- # GWR - Framework for the provision of fabrication, structural repair and composite repair services in support of its Train & Rolling Stock (T&RS) maintenance operations Buyer: FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06f85c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06f85c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06f85c.json) ## Summary First Great Western Limited is procuring railway rolling-stock maintenance services through a multi-supplier framework. The requirement covers planned and ad hoc fabrication, structural repair and composite repair work for trains and other rolling-stock. Three service areas are available: metal fabrication, replacement panels and non-structural body repairs; structural repairs to vehicle body shells and load-bearing structures, including specialist welding; and GRP, composite and moulded component repair, manufacture and refurbishment. Work will support Great Western Railway’s train and rolling-stock maintenance operations across London, the South East and the South West. The procurement is for services related to railway equipment repair and maintenance, including fabrication, bodywork and engineering support. The procurement has reached tender: the buyer invited suppliers to submit offers through a single-stage open competitive flexible procedure. It is divided into three lots, and suppliers may tender for the lot or lots relevant to them. Enquiries and tender submissions were due by 7 October 2026 at 18:00 UK time, with an award decision due by 14 November 2026. Each lot has an estimated value of £7,000,000 excluding VAT and £8,200,000 including VAT. The framework’s total estimated value is £21,000,000 excluding VAT and £25,200,000 including VAT. Each lot is planned to run from 11 December 2026 to 10 December 2029, with options to extend by up to two further 12-month periods. Evaluation is 50% technical quality, 10% contractual quality and 40% commercial price. This opportunity suits specialist railway engineering, fabrication and repair businesses, including SMEs. Lot 1 is aimed at sheet-metal fabricators, panel manufacturers and suppliers of cosmetic, non-structural body repairs. Lot 2 suits firms with railway engineering competence, coded welding capability and quality controls for safety-critical structural work. Relevant delivery must align with EN 15085-6, EN 12663, EN 15227, Railway Group Standards, Rail Industry Standards, original equipment manufacturer requirements and vehicle acceptance processes. Lot 3 is suited to specialists in fibreglass, GRP and other composite materials, mould manufacture, vehicle exterior mouldings and internal panels. Appointed suppliers will compete for specific commissions through further mini-competitions. ## Notice Great Western Railway (GWR) is seeking to establish a multi-supplier framework for the provision of fabrication, structural repair and composite repair services in support of its Train & Rolling Stock (T&RS) maintenance operations. The objective of this procurement is to establish a reliable, responsive and technically competent supply base capable of supporting GWR with both planned and ad hoc fabrication and repair requirements. The Framework is divided into the following Lots: Lot 1 - Metal Fabrication and Non-Structural Repairs: metal fabrication, replacement panel production and non-structural bodywork repairs. Lot 2 - Structural Repairs: structural repair services to vehicle body shells and load-bearing structures, including specialist welding and associated engineering activities. Lot 3 - Composite Repairs: specialist repair and refurbishment of composite components and structures. ### Lot Information Metalwork, Fabrication and Non-Structural Body Repairs Provision of metal fabrication, manufacture, replacement panel production and non-structural bodywork repairs to railway rolling stock. This Lot is primarily intended for suppliers specialising in sheet metal work, fabrication, panel manufacture and cosmetic body repairs that do not affect the primary vehicle structure. Renewal: The Framework will have an initial term of three years, with the option to extend for up to two additional 12-month periods, subject to the Authority's requirements and satisfactory performance. Structural Bodywork Repairs, Heavy Fabrication and Coded Welding Provision of structural repair services to railway vehicle body shells and associated load-bearing structures. This Lot is intended for suppliers possessing the necessary railway engineering competence, coded welding capability and quality controls required for safety-critical repairs. The framework will be aligned with EN 15085-6, EN 12663, EN 15227, relevant Railway Group Standards, Rail Industry Standards (RIS), OEM requirements and applicable vehicle acceptance processes. Renewal: The Framework will have an initial term of three years, with the option to extend for up to two additional 12-month periods, subject to the Authority's requirements and satisfactory performance. GRP, Composite and Moulded Bodywork Repairs and Fabrication Provision of specialist GRP, composite and moulded component repair, manufacture and refurbishment services. This Lot is intended for suppliers specialising in fibreglass, composite materials, mould manufacture and vehicle exterior body mouldings and internal panels. Renewal: The Framework will have an initial term of three years, with the option to extend for up to two additional 12-month periods, subject to the Authority's requirements and satisfactory performance. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086536-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Sep 2026 | | Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 11 Dec 2026 - 10 Dec 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £21,000,000 | | Lots value | £21,000,000 | | 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 | FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED | | Locality | WILTSHIRE | | Postcode area | Swindon | | Postcode | SN1 1HL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Swindon South | | Delivery location | TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment ## Release History - 11 Sep 2026 at 15:12 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086536-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086536-2026 11th September 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://s2c-uk62.waxdigital.com/FirstGroupPlc/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=5312&Culture=en-GB ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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