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THRE0053 On Track Machine Business Change Technical Advisors for Network Rail

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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01 Dec 2025 at 11:44

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) in England has completed a procurement process titled "THRE0053 On Track Machine Business Change Technical Advisors for Network Rail," focusing on transport systems consultancy services. The procurement process utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £1,174,460, covers a contract period from 3rd November 2025 to 2nd May 2027, with the award announced on 28th November 2025. Mott MacDonald Limited, a large-scale supplier, has been selected to provide the services across various locations, including the United Kingdom and international territories such as the British Oversea Territories and Europe.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth, primarily for large consultancy firms experienced in transport systems. Although it might not be suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises or VCSEs, it presents an excellent chance for established companies in the consultancy sector to secure a sizeable contract with a governmental body. By partnering with a prominent buyer like the Department for Transport, businesses can showcase their expertise and potentially open doors to similar opportunities in infrastructure and transport consultancy, both within the UK and internationally.

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Notice Title

THRE0053 On Track Machine Business Change Technical Advisors for Network Rail

Notice Description

On Track Machine Business Change Technical Advisors for Network Rail

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1591c0d4-b24c-4b0c-b2d0-2eefb8cd6472
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/694b938a-f115-42d9-aaf0-cbec4e8d0bfd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,174,460 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,174,460 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 2 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOTT MACDONALD

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