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IPDR - Turbostar - Onboard ETCS Fleet Fitment Framework

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

Tender information last checkedLast checked 23 Sept 2026, 17:10.

Opportunity overview

Network Rail is introducing digital signalling, which will see traditional lineside signals removed and replaced with European Train Control Systems (ETCS) in-cab technology on GB rolling stock. The implementation will enable continuous, real-time information to the train driver’s cab, enabling more responsive, reliable, and safer train operations. ETCS enables trains to run closer together, safely and to travel at their optimal speeds. To implement ETCS, it requires changes to signalling infrastructure. For passengers, this means fewer delays, increased capacity, and a more resilient service. For operators, it offers reduced costs, streamlined renewals, and a modernised approach to managing the network. Network Rail intends to procure a national, long-term single supplier framework for the onboard fitment of digital signalling system equipment, European Train Control Systems (ETCS), and associated works on to Turbostar passenger trains.

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
  • CPV34632000 — Railways traffic-control equipment
  • CPV45234115 — Railway signalling works
  • CPV45316200 — Installation of signalling equipment

Lots

  • Lot 1£165.8m

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
43028
Status
planned
Procurement Method
selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Main Procurement Category
works
Above Threshold
Yes
How to submit
Following publication of the Tender Notice and Bidder Pack (ITT) on the 23 October 2026 NR intends to hold a virtual online ITT Launch Event on the 2 November 2026 for registered parties to brief potential suppliers on tender requirements in relation to the procurement of the Turbostar - Onboard ETCS Fleet Fitment Contract, via Microsoft Teams (one week after publications of the Tender Notice) To register your interest in attending the ITT Launch Event, please contact the dedicated Senior Procurement Manager Mr Peter Dunlop on PFP@networkrail.co.uk with the subject line “Turbostar ITT Launch Event registration”. In your registration, please ensure to provide the following information: 1. Company name (Legal Entity): 2. Name of Nominated Individual: 3. Email Address of Nominated Individual 4. Phone Number 5. Email Address for Launch Event if different to Nominated Individual https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
Expression Of Interest Deadline
30 Oct 2026, 23:59

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Procedure

Features
Competitive flexible procedure with conditions of procedures (PSQ) and negotiations with preferred supplier

Special regime

utilities

Covered By

GPA
CPTPP

Participation Fees

Entry 1
Description
N/A
Id
ocds-h6vhtk-06771d

Type

win

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Maximum Participants
1
Method
withoutReopeningCompetition
Period Rationale
The 15 year framework term exceeds the standard 8-year maximum term under the Procurement Act 23. The Authority considers a longer duration necessary due to the significant invetsment required for completion of FiC designs, APIS approval, fleet fitment and early lifesupport activities across the identified vehicle classes, whilst providing suppliers with the certainty required to invest in resources , tooling, training and supply chains. The framework term needs to be alligned with accommodate uncertainty around future infrastructure delivery schemes allowing time for the full fleet fitments being delivered to facilitate the infrastructure schemes . In addition, the financial investment and timescales needed for th eAPIS processes to achieve teh FiC type design and the level of tie in with a single suppliers OEM design would make it significantly more expensive to have to change supplier mid-delivery of the series fitment
Type
open
Buyer Categories
This framework will be available to Newtwork Rail, Great British Railways, DFT Operator Limited (DFTO), their subsidiaries & affiliated bodies, successor organisations and by train operators and rolling stock leasing companies operating in Great Britain

Buyer Location Restrictions

Entry 1

Gazetteer

Scheme
GB-ITL

Identifiers

UK

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Enquiry period

Ends
22 Oct 2026, 17:00

Expected award period

Ends
27 Jan 2028, 23:59

Communication

Future Notice Date
23 Oct 2026, 23:59

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Status
planned
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
198,926,828
Amount
165,772,356
Currency
GBP

Contract period

Starts
10 Feb 2028, 00:00
Ends
9 Feb 2043, 23:59

Options

Description
Potential to include fleets from Scotrail and Northern

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
34600000
Description
Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
34620000
Description
Rolling stock
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
34631000
Description
Parts of locomotives or rolling stock
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
34632000
Description
Railways traffic-control equipment
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
34630000
Description
Parts of railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; railways traffic-control equipment
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
45234115
Description
Railway signalling works
Entry 7
Scheme
CPV
Id
45316200
Description
Installation of signalling equipment

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Planning and budget

Documents

Entry 1
Id
087088-2026
Document Type
plannedProcurementNotice
Notice Type
UK3
Description
Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
Published
15 Sept 2026, 07:52
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

Name
Peter Dunlop
Telephone
+447710025423

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
  • Delivery location · UK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

4 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

4 VERSIONS
  1. 028759-2026Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 030010-2026Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·
  3. 075226-2026Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender ·
  4. 087088-2026Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender ·