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THRE02-C09 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects

DFTO

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "THRE02-C09 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects" has been conducted by the Department for Transport (DFTO), located at Great Minster House, London, England. This tender falls under the transport systems consultancy services category (CPV 71311200) and involves locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £189,018.75, was awarded using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process is complete, with key dates including a tender period end date on 16 March 2026 and expected contract operations from 31 March 2026 to 10 December 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for large consultancy firms specializing in transport systems to expand their portfolio within the public sector, specifically supporting rail operating contracts. Although the procurement process is not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, well-established large firms with expertise in transport consultancy are ideal to compete, particularly those with a focus on international regions as specified. Collaboration with a public-sector body such as DFTO provides a platform for gaining recognition and establishing a presence in government-related rail projects, potentially leading to long-term partnerships and further project involvement. The recent procurement, awarded to Steer Davies & Gleave Ltd, highlights the scope and ambition of such contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THRE02-C09 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects

Notice Description

Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e2838264-3257-4897-94b9-3aae0812f093
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a044fed2-17c1-4658-b7c3-e2532606f9bb
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
£189,018 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£189,018 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 10 Dec 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
DFTO
Additional Buyers

THE 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
Postcode Area
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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