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THRE02-C01 Technical Advisors to support the Rail Contract Projects

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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AwardUpdate

14 Jan 2026 at 15:19

AwardUpdate

26 Sep 2025 at 13:51

Award

31 Jul 2024 at 09:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the tender titled "THRE02-C01 Technical Advisors to support the Rail Contract Projects" was initiated by the Department for Transport (DfTc) in England. This tender falls under the industry category of Transport systems consultancy services and involves multiple locations including the United Kingdom and other territories. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process reached the award stage, with the contract period starting on 1st August 2024 and concluding on 31st March 2026. The contract value is set at £23,500 GBP, and the award update was last made on 14th January 2026.

This tender presents noteworthy opportunities for businesses involved in transport consultancy services, particularly larger firms. While it may not be suitable for SMEs or VCSEs given the selective procurement method and framework agreement setting, businesses with the capacity to offer technical advisory services in extensive geographical areas would find this contract beneficial for growth. Engaging in such public sector contracts can provide firms with an opportunity to strengthen their portfolio in the transport sector, delivering value and expertise in rail projects across various regions.

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Notice Title

THRE02-C01 Technical Advisors to support the Rail Contract Projects

Notice Description

Technical Advisors to support the Rail Contract Projects

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-21df1301-abf3-46d1-a896-a8791c8ad3d9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5350579-c6ca-42c5-98f4-86fca5f6cb1d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
£23,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£23,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 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
CITY OF WESTMINSTER
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

STEER DAVIES & GLEAVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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