The Swiss Federal Railways (Schweizerische Bundesbahnen, SBB) has awarded a €4.15 million contract to Bochumer Verein Verkehrstechnik GmbH (BVV) of Germany for the supply of railway wheel components under the project titled “OneWheel Flotte P.”
The award was officially published in the Official Journal of the EU (OJ S 182/2025) on 23 September 2025.
Contract Overview
The procurement, conducted under an open procedure, concerns the regular replacement of worn components-specifically driving and running wheels - for SBB’s EW IV, DPZ, and EC vehicle fleets during scheduled overhauls.
The contract covers the supply of 1,680 units, with an optional extension of 1,200 additional units, to be delivered across SBB’s workshops and service locations throughout Switzerland.
The agreement runs from 1 July 2025 to 31 December 2028, with no renewals planned.
Award Decision and Evaluation Criteria
According to SBB, Bochumer Verein Verkehrstechnik GmbH submitted the most economically and technically advantageous offer, achieving the highest overall evaluation under Article 41 of the Swiss Federal Act on Public Procurement (BöB).
Key evaluation criteria included:
Price and lifecycle cost efficiency (44%)
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Delivery performance and quality (30%)
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Schedule reliability and quality assurance plan (20%)
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Corporate social responsibility (EcoVadis rating) (6%)
BVV’s proposal scored strongly on both price competitiveness and proven delivery reliability, supported by an excellent performance record in previous SBB supply contracts.
Contract Value and Participants
The awarded value totals €4,146,912, with four tenders received during the competition. BVV’s offer matched the lowest admissible tender value, reflecting high cost-effectiveness.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) but not co-financed by EU funds.
About the Winner
Bochumer Verein Verkehrstechnik GmbH (BVV), headquartered in Bochum, Germany, is a major European manufacturer of railway wheelsets and wheel components for passenger and freight trains, trams, and metro systems. The company is known for its engineering precision, sustainability practices, and long-standing partnerships with major European rail operators.
Strategic Importance
The OneWheel Flotte P project forms part of SBB’s ongoing efforts to modernize and maintain its rolling stock fleet, ensuring safety, reliability, and environmental sustainability in line with Swiss rail performance standards. By choosing a supplier with strong technical and quality credentials, SBB reinforces its commitment to high-performance rail infrastructure and efficient lifecycle management.
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