Tender

National Capture of hyperspectral data, post processing and modelling

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD

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14 Jun 2021 at 08:51

Tender

10 Jun 2021 at 15:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "National Capture of hyperspectral data, post processing and modelling" is being carried out by Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd. This initiative, classified under the software package and information systems industry, seeks service providers for national hyperspectral imaging aimed at vegetation identification and tree condition assessment along railway lines. The current procurement stage is active, with the tender period ending on 30th June 2021. The project has a total value of £2,000,000 and is operating under an open procedure above the threshold, allowing broad participation. The anticipated contract period is from 30th July 2021 to 31st December 2024, with work expected across various regions of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand in the environmental and software service sectors. Companies specialising in hyperspectral imaging, data analysis, or vegetation management would be particularly well-suited to compete. The project, classified as safety-critical, demonstrates the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage and contribute valuable solutions that not only fulfil Network Rail's requirements but also enhance safety and maintenance efficiency in railway operations.

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Notice Title

National Capture of hyperspectral data, post processing and modelling

Notice Description

The aim of this procurement is to procure a service for national Hyper-spectral Imaging for vegetation identification and develop a more accurate understanding of the condition of the line-side trees, to enable Network Rail to carry out targeted maintenance to predict and prevent tree felling on tracks and infrastructure

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d156c480-ae7e-4219-bbc1-76d3144b9eaa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/144d38b4-21fc-4b3c-a517-afb1164f9dd2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
gary.wood2@networkrail.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MK
Postcode
MK9 1EN
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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