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title: "HST Power Car Traction Electronics Overhaul"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000774129"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED"
published: "2024-08-08"
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# HST Power Car Traction Electronics Overhaul

Buyer: SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000774129

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## Summary

ScotRail Trains Limited is seeking bids for the overhaul of Knorr Bremse WP98 WSP control units on its fleet of 117 trailer cars. This procurement process, titled "HST Power Car Traction Electronics Overhaul," falls under the Railway Services industry category and is located in Glasgow, Scotland. The process is currently in the tender stage, with electronic submissions required by 9th September 2024. The contract, starting on 3rd February 2025 and ending on 18th August 2025, will follow a negotiated procedure with a prior call for competition to select the performing entity.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in railway electronics, specifically those with expertise in traction electronics and control unit overhauls. Companies that specialize in quality refurbishment, functional testing, and electronic component renewal stand to benefit from participating in this process. The submission method encourages electronic bidding through ScotRail’s e-sourcing tool, making it accessible to businesses capable of delivering comprehensive overhauls and additional value-added services. The focus on community benefits and the potential for contract renewal make it an attractive opportunity for sustained business growth.

## Notice

ScotRail Trains Limited (herein referenced as ScotRail) wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse WP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

### Lot Information

Lot 1

ScotRail Trains Limited wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse WP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The overhaul is expected to include the renewal of all electrolytic capacitors to be considered a minimum, but the following should also be considered: -Clean using a suitable method; -Renewal of other capacitors; -Renewal of relays; -Renewal of opto-isolators; -Functional testing on a suitable rig; -Soak testing; -Identification of overhaul (e.g. mod level plate, coloured stickers); -Any other 'value add' work considered worthwhile by the supplier. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx. Wax Digital should be use for the completion of any submissions. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

Renewal: It is anticipated that the contract duration will be around 6 months. However the duration will be dependent on the successful bidders proposal/plan to complete the overhaul.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511670 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities) |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2025 - 18 Aug 2025 |
| 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 | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 6HQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 31712000 - Microelectronic machinery and apparatus and microsystems
- 34631000 - Parts of locomotives or rolling stock
- 50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock
- 50224000 - Reconditioning services of rolling stock

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F5 - Contract Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511670
- 8 Aug 2024 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511734

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511670
  HST Power Car Traction Electronics Overhaul - ScotRail Trains Limited (herein referenced as ScotRail) wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse WP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511734
  HST Power Car Traction Electronics Overhaul - ScotRail Trains Limited (herein referenced as ScotRail) wish to overhaul the existing Knorr Bremse WP98 WSP control units on their fleet of 117 trailer cars and spares stock. The WSP control units (Railway Cat number 064/012539) were installed in the mid-2000s, and are starting to suffer from failures related to leaking electrolytic capacitors, leading to damage to the PCB tracks and vias. The full scope of the requirements is contained within the published project on our Wax Digital e-sourcing tool which can be accessed here https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx

## Notice URLs

- http://
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000774129
- https://scotrail.wax-live.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ListEvents.aspx
- https://www.scotrail.co.uk/

## Provenance

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