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THRE0060 Technical & Commercial Advisors for the National Freight Programme for Network Rail

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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22 Sep 2025 at 15:28

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has completed the procurement process for the provision of specialist technical and commercial advice to support oversight of the National Freight Programme for Network Rail. Classified under the transport systems consultancy services category, this contract was awarded to Turner and Townsend Infrastructure Limited. The procurement method used was selective, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period running from 11th August 2025 to 10th February 2027. The services are required to cover multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and other international regions. The procurement process was awarded on 22nd September 2025, following the tender period that ended on 15th April 2025. The total contract value is GBP 5,050,000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transport consultancy services, particularly those capable of providing expert advice in both technical and commercial aspects. Although the procurement process has been completed, similar opportunities in the sector could be pursued by large established firms as the contract's scope and value indicate a preference for sizable companies adept at handling comprehensive international consultancy projects. Companies engaged in this sector may look forward to future opportunities arising from continued government investment in national infrastructure programmes, leveraging this successful completion to establish further credibility and experience.

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Notice Title

THRE0060 Technical & Commercial Advisors for the National Freight Programme for Network Rail

Notice Description

Provision of specialist technical and commercial advice to support oversight of the National Freight Programme (NFP).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-17ededbe-d31c-420e-8ba0-012df423b358
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fe8caab-f71a-4825-b750-8c520b2356d1
Current Stage
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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
£5,050,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,050,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
10 Aug 2025 - 10 Feb 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

TURNER AND TOWNSEND INFRASTRUCTURE

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