Chiltern Railways - Supply of Lubricants
Description: Chiltern Railways is undertaking this procurement exercise to appoint a supplier for the provision of lubricants across the Chiltern network of maintenance depots. The Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) fleet Class 165, Class 168 and Loco Class 68's operated by Chiltern requires a range of lubricants to support the fleet maintenance programme. The estimated annual contract value is PS620,002 per annum. The estimated overall value over 7 years is PS4.8m (exc. VAT) for the supply of lubricants (this estimated value includes any services ancillary to the supply of lubricants). Chiltern Railways intends to award a contract for an initial term of five (5) years, with the option to extend for up to a further two (2) years.
Summary: The Chiltern Railway Company Limited, a private utility organisation, is actively seeking suppliers via a competitive flexible procedure for the supply of lubricants. The procurement is for Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) fleet maintenance across Chiltern's network of depots, with an annual contract value estimated at £620,002 and a total potential value of £4.8 million over a seven-year period, excluding VAT. The contract is initially set for five years, with an option to extend for an additional two years. The tender process, comprising six stages including a Non-Disclosure Agreement, an Invitation to Participate, and stages for tender submission and contract award, is currently in the active procurement stage. Interested parties should express interest by the 28th of August, 2026, with the award decision anticipated by the 16th of November, 2026.