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

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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27 Mar 2026 at 15:11

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by the Department for Transport (DfTc) involves the provision of technical advisors for rail operating contract projects. This contract, titled "THRE02-C09 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects," is categorised under transport systems consultancy services. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender now complete as of 16th March 2026. The contract, valued at £126,012.50, is active and spans several regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and other worldwide locations. The contract period begins on 31st March 2026 and ends on 10th December 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in transport consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in rail operations. Large-scale enterprises with a robust portfolio in technical advisory roles are well-suited to compete due to the nature and value of the contract. As the buyer is the Department for Transport, successful engagement can bolster reputation and open additional opportunities for repeat business or long-term collaboration on future frameworks and projects within the transport sector in and beyond the United Kingdom.

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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
£126,012 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£126,012 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 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
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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