A procurement plan is currentlybeing developed to deliver a fleet of new rolling stock for a range of major projects(including Airdrie to Bathgate) and passenger growth initiatives from 2009 onwards.The procurement process willbe carried out with the cooperation of the current operator, First ScotRail, inconsultation with Transport Scotland, commencing in early 2007.At this time, no decision hasbeen made on the actual type of rolling stock that will service the route.Transport Scotland hasthe operational responsibility for this area, and can be contacted for more informationif required.