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THRE0055 Provision of Economic and Transport Modelling for EWR

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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03 Apr 2025 at 11:08

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfT) has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Economic and Transport Modelling for East West Rail (EWR)" under tender reference THRE0055. This contract, classified under transport systems consultancy services, involves a competitive tender for economic and transport modelling to support EWR's business case and decision-making processes. The contract period spans from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2027, with the next major milestone being the delivery of the Outline Business Case in December 2026. The total awarded value of the contract is £4,000,000, with the tender process concluding on 23 December 2024. The services are to be delivered to various locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and across Europe.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in transport systems consultancy. SMEs and VCSEs (voluntary, community, and social enterprises) are especially encouraged to participate. Companies with expertise in developing modelling tools, business case analysis, and conveying analytical results will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. The DfT aims for a collaborative partnership with industry experts to ensure the delivery of a robust business case for EWR. The procurement method used is selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, thereby opening avenues for businesses listed within the framework to compete effectively for the contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THRE0055 Provision of Economic and Transport Modelling for EWR

Notice Description

EWR Co. envisages inviting submissions for a competitive tender process for the provision of Economic and Transport modelling services, to inform: - A robust and defensible East West Rail (EWR) business case - The likely value for money for EWR rail services; and - Decision-making across EWR Co. (and government) on the development, design, and delivery of the EWR programme EWR Co. are working toward the delivery of the Outline Business Case in December 2026 as the next significant milestone. Services may involve activities or require capabilities such as: - Review and use the existing transport model suite - Developing Modelling Tools and capabilities - Producing analysis for Business Case and Wider EWR Co decision making - Interpreting and conveying analytical results - Experience and Credibility in delivering Business Case analysis

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b4a2cd94-1671-4a46-a9ad-6ab1e1ec36a0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e14fa3a0-9db3-44f0-a6f9-28fdd3cde077
Current Stage
Award
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
SME, VCSE
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
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
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
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

STEER DAVIES & GLEAVE

Further Information

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