Published date: 10 July 2025
Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.
Contract summary
Industry
Railway-track maintenance services - 50225000
Location of contract
England
Value of contract
£200,000 to £250,000
Procurement reference
SCRMCAG001-DN781840-94325485
Published date
10 July 2025
Closing date
11 August 2025
Closing time
11:59pm
Contract start date
1 September 2025
Contract end date
31 August 2028
Contract type
Service contract
Procedure type
Open procedure (below threshold)
Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.
This procedure can be used for procurements below the relevant contract value threshold.
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
No
Description
South Yorkshire Future Trams Ltd SYFTL (owned by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority - SYMCA) are looking to enter into this concrete track pothole repair contract for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further year, subject to satisfactory performance.
SYFTL wishes to engage a competent, industry respected contractor to identify, prepare and repair potholes in the concrete track slab of the Sheffield Supertram light rail network, within the embedded sections (where our rails are embedded in the road). The work aims to restore structural integrity, ensure safe vehicle operations, and extend the lifespan of the infrastructure.
Key objectives of the contract are to:
* Repair potholes and surface defects in concrete slabs.
* Minimise disruption to tram services and local traffic.
* Ensure compliance with national and local regulations.
* Maintain safety for workers and the public.
The estimated contract value for the period of 3 years (with an option to extend) is thought to be between £200 to £250k.
The successful Supplier will ensure that all relevant consents and certification required by legislation, guidance or Good Industry Practice are obtained and maintained. In addition to the following:
* Clearly identify any legislation, or relevant standards that are required to be met or achieved throughout the contract including British (BS) or European (ISO, EN & DIN) standards and national government standards or their equivalents (e.g. Building Regulations).
* Vendors must have adequate insurance coverage, including professional liability and workers' compensation, to cover any potential risks associated with the works.
Please see tender DN781840 to register interest and bid.
More information
Additional text
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The contract will be with South Yorkshire Future Trams Ltd, based at Nunnery Depot, Woodbourn Road, Sheffield, S9 3LS. We are owned by our local authority and this is why this is detailed under South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.
How to apply
Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.
About the buyer
Contact name
Michelle Walch
Address
Sheffield City Region Mayoral Combined Authority Group
11 Broad Street West
Sheffield
S1 2BQ
England
Telephone
+44 7464494518
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