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Escalator Programmable Logic Controllers, Drives, inverters and interfaces

Transport for London · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 23 Sept 2026, 10:21.

Opportunity overview

Transport for London (TfL), and London Underground Limited (LUL) plan to put a framework in place with two lots: Lot 1 - For the manufacture and supply of new escalator PLCs built to TfL specification as well as the associated field wiring, motor drives and HMI. A priced option including installation will be included. Lot 2 - For the manufacture and supply of drives and inverters required for OPEX maintenance. As part of this Framework tender, TfL also proposes to include the first call-off for Lot one, Piccadilly Circus Escalator programmable Logic controllers - supply and install. TfL requires a framework to commence in late winter/early spring 2027 for an initial duration of five (5) years, with an option to extend by up to three (3) years. Any extension will be applied as two (2) years plus one (1) year. To be added to the event please email: Oliversmith1@tfl.gov.uk

Classification

  • CPV31711100 — Electronic components
  • CPV42416400 — Escalators
  • CPV42419530 — Parts of escalators

Lots

  • Lot 1 - For the manufacture and supply of new escalator PLCs built to TfL specification£10.8m
  • Lot 2 - For the manufacture and supply of drives and inverters required for OPEX maintenance.£7.2m

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
WS3006219152
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
goods
Above Threshold
Yes

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Special regime

utilities

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Maximum Participants
4
Method
withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition
Period Rationale
An eight-year framework term is proposed to provide long-term supply chain stability and value for money in the delivery of escalator PLC upgrades and maintenance. The framework will operate for an initial five-year period, with the option to extend for up to a further three years. This duration aligns with the long-term nature of asset renewal programmes, allowing sufficient time for suppliers to invest in specialist capability, technology, and resources while maintaining continuity of service. The extended term supports the efficient delivery of both CAPEX-funded upgrade projects and ongoing OPEX maintenance activities, reducing procurement disruption and ensuring consistent technical standards across the asset base. Furthermore, the framework provides flexibility to respond to increasing asset renewal demand, minimising supply chain risk and securing access to critical expertise and components throughout the lifecycle of the programme.
Type
closed
Description
Included within technical criteria

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
23 Oct 2026, 12:00

Enquiry period

Ends
1 Oct 2026, 12:00

Expected award period

Ends
15 Jan 2027, 23:59

Lot Details

Award Criteria Details
A supplier may bid for a win a single lot or both lots.

Amendments

Entry 1
Description
to be added to the event please email oliversmith1@tfl.gov.uk
Id
088413-2026

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Lot 1 - For the manufacture and supply of new escalator PLCs built to TfL specification
Description
Lot 1 - For the manufacture and supply of new escalator PLCs built to TfL specification as well as the associated field wiring, motor drives and HMI. A priced option including installation will be included.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
13,004,603
Amount
10,837,169
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Commercial
Description
Please see ITT

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
40
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Technical

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Mar 2027, 00:00
Ends
1 Mar 2032, 23:59
Max Extent Date
1 Mar 2035, 23:59

Renewal

Description
Extension option to be applied as 2 plus 1.

Options

Description
Installation of all items.
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Lot 2 - For the manufacture and supply of drives and inverters required for OPEX maintenance.
Description
Lot 2 - For the manufacture and supply of drives and inverters required for OPEX maintenance of these components.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes

Value

Including VAT
8,669,735
Amount
7,224,779
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Commercial

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
40
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Technical

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
50
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 3
Type
quality
Name
Social Value

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Mar 2027, 00:00
Ends
1 Mar 2032, 23:59
Max Extent Date
1 Mar 2035, 23:59

Renewal

Description
Extension option to be applied as 2 plus 1.

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
31711100
Description
Electronic components
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
42416400
Description
Escalators
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
42419530
Description
Parts of escalators

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
31711100
Description
Electronic components
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
42416400
Description
Escalators
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
42419530
Description
Parts of escalators

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
088413-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
17 Sept 2026, 16:52
Format
text/html

Planning and budget

No Engagement Notice Rationale
Please see: ocds-h6vhtk-068023

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
Transport for London
Id
GB-PPON-PHMT-6197-NWNZ

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PHMT-6197-NWNZ

Address

Street Address
5 Endeavour Square
Locality
London
Postal Code
E20 1JN
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKI41

Contact

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicUndertaking
Description
Public undertaking

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · London · UKI41 · E20 1JN · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKI · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

3 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

3 VERSIONS
  1. 036297-2026Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 088121-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  3. 088413-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·