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THRE0044 - Business Case Study

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the THRE0044 - Business Case Study was led by the Department for Transport (DfTc) in England. This tender, classified under the transport systems consultancy services industry, aimed to provide specialist technical advice for oversight of another study. The total contract value was £450,000 with a contract period from 2nd September 2024 to 1st November 2025. The procurement was conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is currently marked as complete with the contract awarded to Mace Consult Limited, beginning on 13th September 2024.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities, particularly for businesses skilled in rail systems and civil engineering, capable of delivering technical advisory services. Small and medium-sized enterprises are also eligible to participate, as the procurement is noted for its suitability for SMEs. With the focus on infrastructural improvements and technical advisory, companies with expertise in railway engineering, alignment studies, and related consultancy services would be well positioned to compete for similar future contracts, aiding in expanding their portfolio and acquiring contracts involving high-level transport consultancy.

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Notice Title

THRE0044 - Business Case Study

Notice Description

The Client invites proposals for the provision of specialist technical advice to support its oversight of the 'Business Case Study' examining ways to deliver Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR)-level benefits.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbd1950c-b403-4430-b4b1-773d16eb0735
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
SME
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
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2024 - 1 Nov 2025 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

MACE CONSULT

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