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31 Mar 2026 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc), based in London, has conducted a procurement process for the provision of technical advisors to support its rail operating contract projects. The tender, classified under "Transport systems consultancy services," has reached the award stage, with Jacobs U.K Limited selected as the supplier. This procurement follows a selective method with a call-off from a framework agreement. While the tender period ended on 16th March 2026, the contract period is set to begin on 1st April 2026 and will conclude on 10th December 2026. The procurement scope is designed to cater to services that span across regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World, with a contract value of GBP 43,541.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses with expertise in transport systems consultancy services, particularly benefiting large firms like Jacobs U.K Limited, which possess the capability to navigate the complexity of rail operating contracts. Businesses in transport consultancy can gain valuable experience and visibility by delivering services under this contract to DfTc. Participation in such selective framework agreements can elevate a company's profile and position it for future similar procurements. The project can enhance business growth through collaboration on cutting-edge transportation solutions and potentially attract additional clients and projects in related sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THRE02-A15 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects

Notice Description

Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-88f6c7bc-b672-4e49-b3f4-14fcf3569142
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a86f94b-2985-430b-a546-9ddeafe450aa
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
£43,541 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£43,541 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 10 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE 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
Postcode Area
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

Jacobs UK Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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