Engineering Vehicles (EV) - Heavy Overhaul of London Underground Switch Tilter (LUST) Wagons

Location

London:

Description

Transport for London (TfL) is seeking to appoint a single supplier to deliver the heavy overhaul of London Underground Switch Tilter (LUST) wagons and associated lifting accessories. The scope includes the full strip-down, inspection, overhaul, repair, testing and re-certification of: Eight (8) LUST wagons Six (6) lifting beams Sixty-four (64) pairs of cross and connecting beams The works will cover all mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, structural, braking and safety systems, including: Completion of all mandatory overhaul and remediation activities in accordance with the Technical Specification and applicable LU standards LOLER-compliant inspection and certification of lifting equipment Non-destructive testing (NDT), functional testing and assurance activities Provision of all associated technical documentation, test results and certification required to return the assets to operational service The supplier will be responsible for delivering the works in a controlled workshop environment, including management of materials, consumables and specialist subcontractors where required. Certain components or materials may be free issued by TfL, and provision of optional parts and consumables may be requested for pricing transparency only. The objective of the procurement is to return the assets to a safe, compliant and serviceable condition, supporting a minimum operational life and enabling TfL to meet planned engineering and operational requirements. The contract will be delivered over a defined programme period, with suppliers expected to demonstrate the capability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver in line with programme constraints.

Renewal Options

The contract includes provision for optional scope elements and material supply arrangements in addition to the core overhaul works. These options may include: The supply of parts, consumables and materials associated with the overhaul works where these are not free issued by Transport for London (TfL) The potential for TfL to elect to free issue certain components or materials, in which case the supplier will install or utilise such items as part of the works The ability for TfL to instruct additional or replacement components where asset condition, inspection findings or operational requirements necessitate Provision for arising or condition-dependent works, priced in accordance with the contract mechanisms The inclusion of these options is intended to provide flexibility in delivery, cost control and risk management, particularly where asset condition may vary following strip-down and inspection. Optional elements are included for pricing transparency and may not all be exercised. The contract will clearly define the circumstances under which such options may be instructed.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts
• 50222000 - Repair and maintenance services of rolling stock

Indicators

• Options are available.

Other Information

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