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THRE02-A08 - Provision of Technical Advisors to support Rail Operating Contract Projects

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) in England, located at Great Minster House, London, has initiated and completed the procurement process titled "THRE02-A08 - Provision of Technical Advisors to support Rail Operating Contract Projects." This contract involves transport systems consultancy services, classified under the CPV code 71311200. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 31 July 2025, and the contract commenced on 8 September 2025, concluding on 27 February 2026. The procurement covered various locations, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom, offering a substantial award value amounting to 161,075 GBP.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for large-scale businesses specialising in consultancy services within the transport sector. Jacobs U.K. Holding Limited, a large enterprise, was awarded the contract, indicating that businesses with the capacity to deliver comprehensive technical advisory services for rail operating contracts are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Although this opportunity is not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, it does pave the way for companies engaged in transport consultancy to expand their portfolio in international locations served by rail projects. Business growth can be fostered by leveraging expertise in assisting government transport initiatives, particularly those requiring multidisciplinary advisory roles.

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Notice Title

THRE02-A08 - Provision of Technical Advisors to support Rail Operating Contract Projects

Notice Description

Technical Advisors to support Rail Operating Contract Projects

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-afdfe738-0a1d-4106-943c-71485236c67e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8e57ffa-2e4e-4cbf-9182-e94ee891a9ea
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
£161,075 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£161,075 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Sep 20257 months ago
Contract Period
7 Sep 2025 - 27 Feb 2026 1-6 months
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

JACOBS U.K. HOLDING

Further Information

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