IPDR - Turbostar - Onboard ETCS Fleet Fitment Framework
Key Details
Estimated Value
£165,772,350
Deadline
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified
Procurement Method
selective
CPV Code
34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts
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Key requirements
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- Clarification questions by
- 22 Oct 2026, 17:00
- Estimated value
- £165.8m£198.9m including VAT
- Contract period
- 10 Feb 2028 to 9 Feb 2043 (15 years)
- Options
- Potential to include fleets from Scotrail and Northern
- Procedure
- Competitive flexible procedure
- Legal basis
- Procurement Act 2023
- Type
- Framework agreement
- Delivery location (NUTS/ITL)
- United Kingdom
- CPV codes
- 34600000 Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts; 34620000 Rolling stock; 34631000 Parts of locomotives or rolling stock; 34632000 Railways traffic-control equipment; 34630000 Parts of railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; railways traffic-control equipment; 45234115 Railway signalling works and 1 more
- Submission method
- Electronic submission allowed
How to respond
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 Con…
Description
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.
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