The first batch of rolling stock for HS2 is specified in technical specifications of the first tender. Bidding for the contract to design, build and maintain the trains was opened in 2017 and was expected to be awarded in 2019. As of September 2020, it is expected to be awarded in Q1 2021. The first batch includes at least 54 trainsets with a maximum speed of at least and capability to operate on both HS2 and existing infrastructure. The following suppliers are shortlisted in tender: