Public transport services by railways

Tender description

As part of its MetroFutures programme, Nexus wishes to procure a new fleet of light rail electric multiple units (New Fleet) to replace its existing Metrocar fleet (Existing Fleet), a maintainer for the new and existing fleets and new depot facilities. The successful bidder will be responsible for the design, construction, testing, and delivery of the New Fleet pursuant to a Manufacturing and Supply Agreement (MSA). It will enter into one or more train services agreements (TSAs) for maintenance of the Existing Fleet until removed from service and for long-term maintenance of the New Fleet including heavy/light maintenance and daily servicing for the design life of the New Fleet. It will provide trains to Nexus (as Metro operator) that are ready and safe for entry into service each day. The successful bidder will also be required to design, construct and deliver new maintenance facilities under a Depot Construction Agreement (DCA). As above.