Scope
Description
South Western Railway Limited (SWRL) is planning to install at seat power for customers within standard and first-class accommodation within its Class 158 and 159 fleet as part of the wider ongoing project to refurbish this fleet.
The purpose of this modification is to make at seat power within first class more accessible along with the addition of USB-C charging and to introduce USB-C charging facilities for the first time to standard class and a minimum of one USB-C outlet for the non-driving side of each cab.
This is a Supply of Goods requirement. The headline requirements are as follows:
A minimum of one USB-C outlet per seat for both standard and first class;
A minimum of one USB-C outlet for the non-driving side of each cab;
The wheelchair bays shall have both USB-C and 230V outlets.
No minimum order quantity for spares.
As a business we have decided to bring the Works element of installation in house but still require the goods to be procured.
Total value (estimated)
- £600,000 excluding VAT
- £720,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 22 May 2026 to 21 May 2031
- Possible extension to 22 May 2032
- 6 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Extension option available in case of delay to wider C6 refurbishment project.
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
If additional Goods are required for the wider C6 Refurbishment project SWRL reserves the right to add to the scope.
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 30237132 - Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interfaces
- 30237280 - Power supply accessories
- 31224100 - Plugs and sockets
Contract locations
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
As detailed in Tender Pack/ Documentation.
Technical ability conditions of participation
As detailed in Tender Pack/ Documentation.
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
30 March 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
10 April 2026, 2:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
22 May 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Price per quality points | As detailed in Tender Pack/ Documentation. |
Quality |
Weighting description
Price per quality points. As detailed in Tender Pack/ Documentation.
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://swrl.medius-s2c.com/S2C/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=4563&Culture=en-GB
Once you have expressed an interest through the above link, the full tender pack/ documentation will be released to you.
Contracting authority
SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY LIMITED
- Companies House: 03266760
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQHL-7495-VCQT
South Bank Central 4th Floor, 30 Stamford Street,
London
SE1 9LQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKI44 - Lewisham and Southwark
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)