Scope
Description
The provision of an upgrade to the Hardware & Software components of the existing estate of Train Driver Simulators, along with providing ongoing maintenance, support and spare part management.
Included within the project scope are:
Upgrade hardware on current estate of 9 train driver simulators .
Upgrade core software.
Procure new equipment (Inc. lite/desktop simulators, etc) to facilitate with driver training and development activities.
Support and Maintenance
Total value (estimated)
- £3,000,000 excluding VAT
- £3,600,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 30 November 2026 to 29 November 2031
- Possible extension to 29 November 2033
- 7 years
Description of possible extension:
Yearly Extensions to supply maintenance and supply
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Additional hardware, spares and software, including development
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 34150000 - Simulators
Contract locations
- UKK - South West (England)
Submission
Submission type
Requests to participate
Deadline for requests to participate
23 July 2025, 12:00pm
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 October 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality and Technical Capability | Quality | 55% |
| Commercial Pricing | Price | 40% |
| Contracting and KPIs | Quality | 5% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Competitive flexible procedure description
Invitation to Tender
Pre Qualification Questionnaire
Invitation to Negotiate
Contracting authority
FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED
- Companies House: 05113733
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXVG-2764-GZCQ
Milford House 1 Milford Street
Wiltshire
SN1 1HL
United Kingdom
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Private utility