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title: "Machynllaeth Depot Upgrade Works"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-114733"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)"
published: "2022-03-24"
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# Machynllaeth Depot Upgrade Works

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-114733

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## Summary

Transport for Wales Rail Limited is currently engaged in the procurement process for the "Machynlleth Depot Upgrade Works," a project aimed at enhancing the Machynlleth train maintenance depot. This initiative falls under the works category and is located in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with key completion works planned to conclude by the end of June 2022. The tender period ended on 12 November 2021, and the award period culminated on 17 December 2021, indicating that the contracting authority has entered into an active contract as of 15 March 2022.

This upgrade presents significant business opportunities for construction firms and contractors specialising in railway infrastructure, particularly those with experience in depot construction and engineering services. Companies capable of delivering comprehensive design and build projects aligned with railway specifications and standards are particularly well-suited to compete. The scope includes various improvements, such as roof access, hoist relocation, power supply upgrades, and the establishment of water facilities, offering extensive opportunities for skilled trades and contractors in related fields.

## Notice

Transport for Wales is the Depot Facility Owner for Machynlleth train maintenance depot and has a leasing agreement with Network Rail. The depot is located next to Machynlleth train station Depot upgrades are required to facilitate the replacement of the Class 158 units with the new CAF Class 197 units. The Scope is for a Principal Contractor to develop the upgrades to GRIP Stage 5 (detailed design), and the deliver the scheme on a Design and Build basis, GRIP Stages 6-8.Works are planned to be completed by the end of June 2022 ready for the acceptance of the first class 197 ETCS unit (note ETCS is European Train Control System)The works for Machynlleth Depot upgrades include:* Roof Access Proposals (within main shed)* Hoist Relocation (within main shed)* Shore Supply (within main shed) and upgrade of the DNO power supply* Storage Improvements (extension to main shed)* Temporary Accommodation (portable cabin or similar outbuildings)* Potable Water Facility (storage and dispensing)* Tanking Water Facility (dispensing)* AdBlue Facility (storage and dispensing)* CET UpgradesAs further described RCA Grip 4 design, A.1-652-RCA-MD-00-DR-W-9 included in S2700.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=114733 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER) |
| Locality | RHONDDA CYNON TAF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF37 4TH |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Pontypridd Town |
| Westminster constituency | Pontypridd |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAIRN CROSS GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 34940000 - Railway equipment
- 45213260 - Stores depot construction work
- 45213320 - Construction work for buildings relating to railway transport
- 45213352 - Service depot construction work
- 45234100 - Railway construction works
- 45234112 - Railway depot construction work
- 45234180 - Construction work for railways workshop
- 50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment
- 60200000 - Railway transport services
- 63711000 - Support services for railway transport
- 71311230 - Railway engineering services

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2022 at 16:56 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=114733

## Notice URLs

- http://www.tfwrail.wales
- https://www.cairncross.uk.com

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