Depot Fire Hydrant Design and Build - Tranche 1

Descriptions

Transport for London (TfL) will be issuing a MSQ for the Design and Build of Depot Fire Hydrants at 2 depots which are Queens Park Sidings and Triangle sidings

The primary focus of the MSQ is to obtain market feedback and better understand the supplier market appetite and trend, capability and capacity, as well as perceived risks and how to mitigate these as well as any opportunities.

The results from the finds of the MSQ will be analysed and compiled into a market sounding report and used to help shape the Depot Fire Hydrants procurement strategy.

The purpose of the contract is for the design and build of Depot Fire Hydrants at 2 locations whilst ensuring value for money.

The currently installed hydrant systems at certain depots do not meet current regulations and British Standards (BS) due to the age of the systems, so an upgrade is required as the readings at the locations tested were below the levels stipulated in BS and TfL standards. In case of a fire, the system is unable to supply water at the required pressure and flow rate to extinguish fires.

The requirement of the procurement is to appoint a contractor to undertake works to ensure that fire hydrant systems at the 2 locations are fully operable, in good working condition and in full compliance with relevant safety legislations associated with the hydrant system - BS and TFL standards

Engagement

TfL invites suppliers to participate in this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise by expressing their interest in this procurement and completing a Market Survey Questionnaire (MSQ). All feedback received will be treated confidentially and will help to shape the upcoming procurement opportunity (subject to the Freedom of Information Act) Information on the engagement process and the procurement can be found in MSQ documents which will be forwarded to interested suppliers via SAP Ariba. TfL's e-sourcing platform. TfL reserve the right to change our procurement approach. The engagement process consists of the following key steps: registering Interest - 1. Suppliers who wish to participate should express their interest by emailing victorialawal@tfl.gov.uk and quoting WS1869833860 Design and Build of Depot Fire Hydrants for Queens Park sidings and Triangle sidings OR 2. Register under RISQS RICCL codes C.D.3.7: Protective Installations (Including fire protective systems) / Supply. on/before Friday 21 November 2025. This activity is focusing on the market, rather than the merits of individual suppliers. It includes no element of supplier selection or bid evaluation. There is no commitment of any kind inferred by either party. The MSQ will remain open until 17.00hrs on Friday 21 November on TfL's SAP Ariba e-tendering portal. Once TfL receives confirmation of interest from prospective participants the MSQ document and the Technical Requirements Specification (TRS) be available to them on TfL's SAP Ariba e-tendering system. Suppliers not registered on TfL's SAP Ariba system and are interested in participating can use the link below to register. https://tfl.gov.uk/info-for/suppliers-and-contractors/become-a-tfl-supplier Review and complete the MSQ response by return date stated in the MSQ document. TfL encourages all interested suppliers to take part in this process. Your insights and expertise will be invaluable in shaping our approach. If you have any questions about the process, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Victoria Lawal via victorialawal@tfl.gov.uk. We look forward to hearing from you.