Award

THRE0057 - RIN WESTERN, WALES & WESSEX TEAM TECHNICAL SUPPORT

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Award

08 May 2025 at 13:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "THRE0057 - RIN WESTERN, WALES & WESSEX TEAM TECHNICAL SUPPORT" was led by the Department for Transport (DfT), located in London, England. The process falls under the research and development services and related consultancy services category, identified by the CPV code 73000000. The contract is valued at £600,000 and focuses on providing technical advisors for rail enhancement works across various locations, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. This contract has moved into the award stage as of 8th May 2025, with the award being activated on 15th April 2025, and the contract period beginning on 22nd April 2025 and concluding on 21st April 2027. The procurement method employed is selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, which is indicative of a controlled selection process for potential providers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth particularly for businesses capable of delivering specialised technical advisory services in rail infrastructure enhancement. Costain Limited, a large-scale supplier, has been awarded the contract, illustrating that the tender is well-suited for businesses with a substantial track record and resource capabilities in managing large public sector contracts. While the contract suggests a preference for large entities, the mention of suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) indicates potential opportunities for smaller firms, particularly those that can provide niche expertise or innovative solutions. Businesses aiming to expand their operations within various geographic territories, including the British Overseas Territories and Europe, can benefit from engaging with this project.

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Notice Title

THRE0057 - RIN WESTERN, WALES & WESSEX TEAM TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Notice Description

Technical advisors for rail enhancement works

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7f00f20a-f0a4-4a20-a16b-7fcabb9dedd0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da76b4d0-3937-4497-88ee-b2e07d704986
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
21 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 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

COSTAIN

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