30.09.16
TfL seeks bidders for Bakerloo & Central line passenger information systems
Transport for London (TfL) is offering a contract to install real-time passenger information systems (PIS) on London Underground’s Bakerloo and Central line trains.
The final value of the contract is not yet known, but is open to bidders until 21 December.
Bidders are being sought to design, manufacture and supply (PIS) for the 72TS (Bakerloo Line) trains and 92TS (Central Line) trains. The 72TS of the Bakerloo Line consists of 36 No 7 car trains, and the 92TS of the Central Line consists of 85 No 8 car trains. However, installation does not form part of this call for tender.
Real-time passenger information systems are a key feature of GTR’s new fleet of Class 700 Desiro City trains, which have now begun to enter service before a full roll-out by 2018.
TfL recently announced that it will take maintenance services on the Jubilee, Northern and Piccadilly lines back in-house as part of efforts to improve its finances after it was found that the contract with Amey offered poor value for money.
To view the contract notice, click here.
(Image c. Yui Mok from PA Wire)
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