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Charter & Heritage National Onboard ETCS Fitment Framework - Package 1

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED · Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 26 Sept 2026, 10:57.

Opportunity overview

Network Rail is introducing digital signalling, which will see traditional lineside signals removed and replaced with European Train Control Systems (ETCS) technology. The implementation will enable continuous, real-time information to the train driver’s cab. ETCS is an in-cab signalling system that enables trains to run closer together, safely and to travel at their optimal speeds. To implement ETCS, it requires changes to signalling infrastructure and fitment of in-cab technology on locomotives. NR is intending to procure a framework to enable the design, supply, installation (fitment), test and put back into service of ETCS equipment fitted across a range of existing locomotive classes, including electric, diesel and steam across the Charter & Heritage sector.

Classification

  • CPV34600000 — Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts
  • CPV34620000 — Rolling stock
  • CPV34630000 — Parts of railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; railways traffic-control equipment
  • CPV34631000 — Parts of locomotives or rolling stock
  • CPV45234115 — Railway signalling works
  • CPV45316200 — Installation of signalling equipment

Lots

  • Lot 1£140.1m

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
SR42713
Status
planned
Procurement Method
selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Main Procurement Category
works
Above Threshold
Yes
Expression Of Interest Deadline
16 Sept 2026, 23:59

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Special regime

utilities

Covered By

GPA
CPTPP

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Maximum Participants
1
Period Rationale
The framework exceeds the standard 8-year maximum term under the Procurement Act 2023, the Authority considers a longer duration necessary due to the significant investment required for First in Class (FiC) design activities, extensive OEM integration, and the need to maintain continuity throughout the delivery lifecycle. Re-tendering during delivery would be commercially inefficient and would require the FiC design process to be repeated. Section 47(2) of the Procurement Act 2023 permits longer framework durations where justified by the nature of the goods, services or works being procured.

Submission terms

Languages

en

Expected award period

Ends
12 Nov 2027, 23:59

Communication

Future Notice Date
14 Sept 2026, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Status
planned

Value

Including VAT
168,148,200
Amount
140,123,500
Currency
GBP

Contract period

Starts
10 Dec 2027, 00:00
Ends
29 Dec 2038, 23:59

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
34630000
Description
Parts of railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; railways traffic-control equipment
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
34600000
Description
Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
34620000
Description
Rolling stock
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
34631000
Description
Parts of locomotives or rolling stock
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
45234115
Description
Railway signalling works
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
45316200
Description
Installation of signalling equipment

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
A-19960
Document Type
biddingDocuments
Description
UK3 Planned Procurement Notice - Summary of Changes Post UK2 Notice
Format
application/pdf

Planning and budget

Documents

Entry 1
Id
072760-2026
Document Type
plannedProcurementNotice
Notice Type
UK3
Description
Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
Published
31 Jul 2026, 14:23
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
Id
GB-PPON-PNZN-9524-VCQJ

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PNZN-9524-VCQJ

Address

Street Address
Waterloo General Office
Locality
London
Postal Code
SE1 8SW
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKI45

Contact

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicAuthorityCentralGovernment
Description
Public authority - central government

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · London · UKI45 · SE1 8SW · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
  1. 072760-2026Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender ·