Prior information notice
This notice is for prior information only
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
Transport for London
5 Endeavour Square
LONDON
E201JN
UK
Contact person: Davina Alvares
E-mail: davinaalvares@tfl.gov.uk
NUTS: UKI
Internet address(es)
Main address: https://tfl.gov.uk
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at:
https://service.ariba.com/Supplier.aw
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
General public services
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Framework for Plant Maintenance and Repairs
II.1.2) Main CPV code
50000000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
The purpose of this Prior Information Notice is to notify the market of Transport for London's intention to carry out Early market engagement to assess the current market capabilities and appetite for the following requirements.
Transport for London is currently preparing a procurement strategy for the procurement of a Framework consisting of 3 lots to cover Plant maintenance and Repairs.
These lots will include:
1) Transformer and Rectifier repairs and maintenance for both planned and reactive faults
2) Substation HV, LV and DC Switchgear Repairs, refurbishment and Replacement and
3) Third party support services in both planned and reactive maintenance activities for infrastructure and assist in project work .
The objective of the proposed procurement is to ensure we have repairs, maintenance, refurbishment and replacement services for existing ageing infrastructure (details noted above) which will support the organisation. We would like to understand the market for potential bidders and whether they can meet the requirements for one or more than one lot.
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
II.2) Description
Lot No: 1
II.2.1) Title
Transformers and Rectifiers repair and maintenance
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
31100000
45232221
45259000
50532200
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKI
Main site or place of performance:
London
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Repairs and maintenance of Transformers and Rectifiers. Establish a commercial partnership with a specialised transformer manufacture/contractor who has the necessary knowledge and expertise to support HV Power in both planned and reactive fault response & maintenance activities for the LUL transformer estate. Additionally, the contractor will also be required to support and assist in site base renewal & enhancements as required to ensure availability of Plant and continuity of network supply.
Lot No: 2
II.2.1) Title
Substation HV, LV & DC switchgear repair, refurbishment and replacement
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
31210000
45259000
45315400
45315600
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKI
Main site or place of performance:
London
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Repair and maintenance of Switchgear across stations and substations in London. We are interested in a specialised contractor who has the necessary knowledge and expertise to support HV Power in both planned and reactive maintenance activities for HV, LV & DC switchgear. Additionally, the contractor will also be required to support and assist in project work that can be managed in-house to benefit the business.
Lot No: 3
II.2.1) Title
HV Power Third Party Services
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
31300000
45259000
45311000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKI
Main site or place of performance:
London
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
We are interested in a specialised contractor who has the necessary knowledge and expertise to support HV Power in both planned and reactive maintenance activities for their infrastructure. Additionally, the contractor will also be required to support and assist in project work that can be managed in-house to benefit the business.
II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:
01/12/2025
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
21/02/2025