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THRE0067 Depot Technical Expertise

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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26 Mar 2026 at 16:11

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02 Sep 2025 at 12:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "THRE0067 Depot Technical Expertise" project involves the Department for Transport (DfTc) seeking systems and technical consultancy services. The contract is intended to bolster international rail maintenance depots, a crucial step toward supporting new entrants in the high-speed passenger market. The procurement is under the CPV classification 72220000, indicating its nature within the consultancy services sector. It covers various geographical locales, including the United Kingdom, British Oversee Territories, and others. Award updates were published on 26 March 2026 marking a call-off from a framework agreement with a tender period that ended on 9 July 2025. The contract commenced on 3 September 2025 and is set to conclude by 2 March 2026, fostering a supportive framework for governmental research and ministerial consulting in railway services.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses providing specialised technical consultancy, especially those with expertise in railway infrastructure and international transport systems. As the procurement method is selective, suitable candidates will likely have an established relationship within relevant frameworks. The Department for Transport, located in London, is focusing on diverse markets, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly advantageous as it acknowledges their suitability for participation. The award currently recognises OVE ARUP & PARTNERS LIMITED as the supplier, emphasising the need for specialist knowledge and engagement in the robust expansion of international rail services. Business entities with consultancy capabilities in systems planning and execution related to transport will stand to benefit notably from engagement in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THRE0067 Depot Technical Expertise

Notice Description

Contract extension notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd1b5b2b-e795-4a2c-a118-6b711921ac7f
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£112,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Sep 20257 months ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 2025 - 2 Jun 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
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

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

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