Opportunity Overview
Northern is intending to initiate a future procurement process for the provision of alternative transport services (Rail Replacement) across its operating network.
The scope of the procurement will include, but not be limited to:
Pre-planned rail replacement transport services;
Emergency rail replacement transport services.
Co-ordination services.
Suppliers will be expected to demonstrate proven expertise in the delivery of alterative transport services in the rail environment, the ability to deliver high-quality and reliable services, and the flexibility to support varying operational requirements.
This notice does not constitute a call for competition but is intended to inform the market of a potential future opportunity. Interested suppliers are encouraged to monitor forthcoming
publications for further details.
The scope of the procurement will include, but not be limited to:
Pre-planned rail replacement transport services;
Emergency rail replacement transport services.
Co-ordination services.
Suppliers will be expected to demonstrate proven expertise in the delivery of alterative transport services in the rail environment, the ability to deliver high-quality and reliable services, and the flexibility to support varying operational requirements.
This notice does not constitute a call for competition but is intended to inform the market of a potential future opportunity. Interested suppliers are encouraged to monitor forthcoming
publications for further details.
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| Issuing agency | Northern Trains Limited |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Category | Government Procurement |
| Published | May 22, 2026 |
| Procurement stage | Request for Proposal (RFP) |
| Closed | May 22, 2026 |
| Status | Closed — no longer accepting responses |
| Official source | View original notice |
| Last verified | August 10, 2026 |
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: UK Government (Find a Tender).
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