Supply and Overhaul of Fleet Wide Wheelsets

Network Rail Infrastructure LtdcontractFind a Tender ↗Ref ocds-h6vhtk-056600Procurement Act 2023Utilities regimeSME suitableVCSE suitableactive

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Estimated value

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Awarded value

£123.6m

Awarded 01 Jun 2026

Suppliers

Lots

4 awarded

Published

03 Jun 2026

Description

This procurement is for the collection, overhaul, and delivery of approximately 2,500 wheelsets per year across Network Rail’s fleet. It will be delivered under a multi-supplier, zero-value framework agreement structured into five lots based on operational groupings and technical complexity. The scope includes overhaul of wheelsets and subcomponents (e.g. axles, bearings, brake discs, gearboxes) in accordance with Network Rail technical specifications. The framework will be governed by the NR13(E) Framework Agreement and NR18(S) PO Conditions, with call-offs issued via Purchase Orders. NOTE: The Contract Value stated in this notice is not represented per Lot but total value across all Lots and Contracts.

Scope

Reference: 2025-045971
Commercial tool: Standalone contract
Contract dates: 31 Mar 2026 to 31 Mar 2031
Possible extension to 31 Mar 2034
The framework includes two extensions: one for 2 years and one for 1 year. These may be used to maintain continuity of service, allow suppliers to deliver improvements, or align with future fleet strategies or re-procurement timelines. Extensions will be exercised based on supplier performance, operational needs, and market conditions.
CPV classifications: 50222000
50220000
50221300
Contract locations: UK, United Kingdom
Particular suitability: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Award criteria

Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.

Name	Description	Type	Weighting
Technical Submission	Evaluation of methodology, delivery plan, risk management, operational readiness, and contract management.	quality	10.00%
Current Capability and Capacity	Assessment of the supplier’s ability to deliver overhaul services across wheelset types, including capacity, turnaround times, and operational readiness.	quality	13.00%
Accreditation	Evaluation of RISAS or equivalent accreditations and assurance of compliance with Network Rail standards.	quality	9.00%
Contract Organisation	Assessment of team structure, roles, and resource planning to support contract delivery.	quality	7.00%
Contract Management	Evaluation of contract oversight, reporting, issue resolution, and continuous improvement	quality	7.00%
Key Personnel and CVs	Review of qualifications and experience of key personnel proposed for the contract.	quality	4.00%
Sustainability / Social Value	Evaluation of environmental management, carbon reduction, circular economy, and social value initiatives.	quality	10.00%
Health and Safety	Assessment of H&S systems, risk controls, compliance, and safety performance.	quality	5.00%
Price	Evaluation of unit pricing for overhaul services based on modelled volumes.	price	35.00%

Participation

Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.

Suppliers will be shortlisted based on responses to the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ), which includes pass/fail and scored criteria covering financial standing, technical ability, health & safety, sustainability, and social value. The top 8 ranked suppliers will be invited to tender, subject to meeting all minimum thresholds. Tie-breakers will be applied in the order of technical score, financial standing, social value, and health & safety. If fewer than 3 suppliers qualify, the procurement will proceed with those available.

Insurance is not required at the point of selection but must be in place by contract award. Audited accounts are not mandatory; financial health is assessed via a model score or guarantor.

Equivalent qualifications and standards are accepted.