Rolling stock

Tender description

The publication of this contract notice formally commences the procurement of rolling stock and maintenance services for the East West Railway Company Ltd (EWR Co.) EWR Co. is creating a new direct connection between Oxford and Cambridge. Serving communities across the area, it will bring faster journey times and lower transport costs as well as easing pressure on local roads. EWR Co is seeking bids for leasing a fleet of 12 or 14 x 3 car self-powered units with modifications including European Train Control System (‘ETCS’) Level 2 and Driver Controlled Operation (‘DCO’) capability, supported by a full maintenance package (under a ‘wet’ lease). These units will ensure timely operation of EWR’s Western Section Phase 2 between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Bedford and Aylesbury. The lease duration is 4 years, with an option to extend for 2 years. Please refer to https://eastwestrail.co.uk/ for further information on the East West Rail Project. The scope of the services to be provided will include (but are not limited to the following): 1) Rolling stock for use on rail passenger services for the western section; 2) Technical options; 3) Provision of manuals and training; 4) Maintenance support services for the rolling stock. The rolling stock will be procured under a lease, supported by a full maintenance package for an initial term of 4 years until the planned completion of the central section. The lease will contain an option to extend the term for up to 2 years. Further details of the East West Rail Project can be found at https://eastwestrail.co.uk/