Buyer
Direct Rail Services Limited
The tender notices in our corpus from Direct Rail Services Limited, newest first, read from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder. Each links to its own page and to the original.
- Notices in the corpus
- 53Counted in the corpus search index when this page was read, across every stage (forecast, tender, award, contract). The index is refreshed by the corpus, so the newest notices may be missing for a while.Counted at Thu 29 Oct 2026, 02:56 GMT.
- Newest notice published
- 27 Oct 2026
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- RFI - Resilient Connectivity for Locomotive OperationsDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 27 Oct 2026Nuclear Transport Solutions (NTS) is undertaking Pre-Market Engagement (PME) to inform its procurement strategy for resilient connectivity supporting locomotive operations. The primary purpose is to understand the supply market, available contracting routes, scope packaging, commercial models, indic£500,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- PME for Satellite and Cellular Tracking SystemDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 23 Oct 2026PME for Satellite and Cellular Tracking System Please respond to the RFI via the Atamis portal: https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome£500,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- Request for Information on Locomotive-Mounted Video SurveillanceDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 23 Oct 2026Request for Information on Locomotive-Mounted Video Surveillance. Please respond to the RFI via the Atamis portal: https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome£500,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- PME for Emergency Rolling Stock Recovery, Re-railing and Wheel-Skating ServicesDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 7 Oct 2026Request for Information for Emergency Rolling Stock Recovery, Re-railing and Wheel-Skating Services. Please respond to the RFI via the Atamis portal: https://atamis-2464.my.site.com/s/Welcome£500,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- PME for Domestic Courier ServiceDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 22 Sep 2026Direct Rail Services (DRS) has requirements for domestic courier services. Domestic means the transportation between DRS depots and between DRS depots and 3rd party locations within the UK. We look for a logistic service supplier who can provide cost effective and efficient logistic solutions for ou£200,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- Premarket Engagement JNA Type Box WagonsDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 1 Sep 2026Premarket Engagement JNA Type Box Wagons - This Request for Information (RFI) is a high-level market engagement exercise intended to gather insight into the industry’s ability to meet NTS’s requirements. Feedback received will help inform NTS’s understanding of market capability, indicative costs, s£1,000,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · planning
- PME for 115 x Intermodal Wagons (IKA or Equivalent)Direct Rail Services Limited · Published 1 Sep 2026This is a high-level market engagement exercise intended to obtain availability and indicative high-level pricing from the market. It is not a formal procurement process and does not commit NTS to award a contract or proceed with any future procurement activity. The information received will be used£5,000,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- Supply of Class 66 Traction Motors - UTEX/Service Exchange ModelDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 30 Jul 2026Supply of Class 66 Traction Motors - UTEX/Service Exchange Model DRS does not consider itself bound by the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and associated procurement legislation (together the “UK procurement legislation”) on the basis that, operating commercially, it is not a public authority, nor doesValue not stated in sourceHistorical · Awarded
- Wagon Wheelset Overhaul (ITT)Direct Rail Services Limited · Published 24 Jul 2026Wagon Wheelset Overhaul DRS does not consider itself bound by the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and associated procurement legislation (together the “UK procurement legislation”) on the basis that, operating commercially, it is not a public authority, nor does it carry out any utility activities. Acco£14,200,000Estimated value stated in the noticeHistorical · Open
- Tyre Turning ServicesDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 20 Jul 2026Tyre Turning Services DRS does not consider itself bound by the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and associated procurement legislation (together the “UK procurement legislation”) on the basis that, operating commercially, it is not a public authority, nor does it carry out any utility activities. Accord£1,000,000Estimated value stated in the noticeHistorical · Open
- Removal and Fitment of Class 68 and 88 Locomotive WindscreensDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 26 Jun 2026Removal and fitment services for windscreens on Class 68 and 88 Locomotives during a four (4) year contract term. DRS does not consider itself bound by the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and associated procurement legislation (together the “UK procurement legislation”) as they apply to a regulated belValue not stated in sourceHistorical · Awarded
- Domestic Courier ServicesDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 12 Jun 2026Direct Rail Services (DRS) has requirements for domestic courier services. Domestic means the transportation between DRS depots and between DRS depots and 3rd party locations within the UK. The required services are as follows: • Courier service • Pallet service • Heavy Haulage Services • Dangerous£200,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- RFI for provision of Terminal Ground staff & Train Driver DutiesDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 15 May 2026To support our Intermodal rail services NTS is currently seeking to understand the capabilities of the market for the provision of competent personnel for the following requirements: • Competent personnel to perform ground staff duties covering Train Preparation, Shunting and Driver Operator dutiesValue not stated in sourceForecast · Planning
- Provision of a Fleet and Asset Management SystemDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 1 Apr 2026DRS has awarded a contract for the provision of a Fleet and Asset Management System for its rail division. Further details of the tender can be found by searching C28606 on the Atamis procurement platform. DRS does not consider itself bound by the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and associated procuremeValue not stated in sourceHistorical · Awarded
- Design, Removal, and Re-Livery of LocomotivesDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 13 Mar 2026Design, removal and re-livery of Locomotives DRS does not consider itself bound by the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and associated procurement legislation (together the “UK procurement legislation”) on the basis that, operating commercially, it is not a public authority, nor does it carry out any uti£450,000Estimated value stated in the noticeHistorical · Awarded
- Class 68/88 Locomotive Windscreen FitmentDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 10 Mar 2026The contracting authority (DRS) is seeking a competent and experienced supplier to provide removal and fitment services for windscreens on Class 68 and 88 Locomotives.£50,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- Crane Operations and Maintenance Services ContractDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 3 Dec 2025This PME document in relation to the Crane Operations & Maintenance Services Contract. DRS are currently developing the sourcing strategy and want to test some of our assumptions and understanding with the market to ensure that we offer an opportunity that is of interest and one that you feel you w£3,000,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- Rail Management SoftwareDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 28 May 2025Rail Management Software DRS are seeking to procure an off-the-shelf IT solution, covering : 1. Locomotives; 2. Wagons; 3. Maintenance; and 4. Traincrew planning along our value chain. to enable a dynamic planning process across all assets (drivers, locomotives, wagons), train paths, and maintenance£210,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- Rail Management SoftwareDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 28 May 2025Rail Management Software DRS are seeking to procure an off-the-shelf IT solution, covering : 1. Locomotives; 2. Wagons; 3. Maintenance; and 4. Traincrew planning along our value chain. to enable a dynamic planning process across all assets (drivers, locomotives, wagons), train paths, and maintenance£210,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- Courier and Pallet Services - UKDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 15 Nov 2024Interested suppliers should send example pricing matrixes or any other information (commercial information can be redacted), to paula.smith@ntsglobal.uk by CoP on 22nd November 2024.£400,000Estimated value stated in the noticeForecast · Planning
- The Provision of a Rental & Laundry Service for Rail Approved Hi-Vis garmentsDIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED · 5 regions · Published 12 Nov 2024DRS wishes to hear from suppliers who shall provide: - The Provision of a Rental & Laundry Service for Rail Approved Hi-Vis garments. -The Provision of Laundry Service (wash only) for Rail approved Hi-Vis Garments (non-rental garments). Weekly collection and re-delivery service to 5 locations£162,000Estimated value stated in the noticeHistorical · Contract
- The Provision of Wheelset Exchange for Class 57 LocomotivesDIRECT RAIL SERVICES LIMITED · 9 regions · Published 2 Oct 2024Direct Rail Services wish to partner for a year with a Supplier who is able to facilitate - the Wheelset Exchange for a minimum of two Class 57 Locomotives - Stabling of the Class 57 Locomotives - Inspection and Overhaul of Class 57 axleboxes - Inspection of Class 57 Overhauled Wheelsets£155,000Estimated value stated in the noticeHistorical · Contract
- The Provision to Supply Brake Blocks for Traction and Rail Rolling StockDirect Rail Services Limited · Published 19 Apr 2024DRS has a requirement for the supply of brake blocks for it's fleet of Traction and Rail Rolling Stock. The procurement opportunity has been split into two lots as follows: <br/>Lot 1 - The Supply of Brake Blocks for Wagons and other Rolling Stock <br/>Lot 2 - The Supply of Brake Blocks for LocomotiValue not stated in sourceLive tender · Open
- The Provision to Supply Brake Blocks for Traction and Rail Rolling StockDirect Rail Services Limited · North West, Any region · Published 7 Mar 2024DRS has a requirement for the supply of brake blocks for it's fleet of Traction and Rail Rolling Stock. The procurement opportunity has been split into two lots as follows: Lot 1 - The Supply of Brake Blocks for Wagons and other Rolling Stock Lot 2 - The Supply of Brake Blocks for Locomotiv£1,435,000Estimated value stated in the noticeHistorical · Contract
- Hydrostatic O/H and Components for Class 68Direct Rail Services Limited · Published 22 Feb 2024Direct Rail Services have a requirement to overhaul or replace the Hydrostatic components in the Class 68 Locomotives as the Original Equipment Manufacturer’s requirements and complete ah hoc repairs as required.Value not stated in sourceHistorical · Awarded
What has this buyer published most recently?
This preview follows the current page’s record order. It is a sample, not a complete history or a forecast.
- 01
RFI - Resilient Connectivity for Locomotive Operations
Estimated value stated in the notice
- 02
PME for Satellite and Cellular Tracking System
Estimated value stated in the notice
- 03
Request for Information on Locomotive-Mounted Video Surveillance
Estimated value stated in the notice
- 04
PME for Emergency Rolling Stock Recovery, Re-railing and Wheel-Skating Services
Estimated value stated in the notice
- 05
PME for Domestic Courier Service
Estimated value stated in the notice
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Estimated review time125 minutesSource: Your inputs and this page · Visible record count
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- Thu 29 Oct 2026, 02:56 GMT
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