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Sheffield Tram-Train Review

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT

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19 Dec 2018 at 12:29

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Sheffield Tram-Train Review" was conducted by the Department of Transport, aiming to undertake an independent review of the Sheffield Tram-Train project, which has faced significant cost overruns and delays. The tender, classified under research and development consultancy services, employed a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period closed on 28 June 2018, with the resulting contract commencement on 9 July 2018 and due to be completed by 20 August 2018. The total value of the consultancy contract awarded was £30,000.

This tender creates opportunities for firms specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in transport projects or public sector reviews. Businesses that excel in research, development, and strategic evaluation would find this project particularly suitable, enabling them to leverage their skills in delivering insights and recommendations that could inform future transport initiatives in the UK. Potential competitors should have a strong background in managing complex transport studies and the capability to provide independent assessments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sheffield Tram-Train Review

Notice Description

An independent review of the Sheffield Tram-Train project was requested of DFT officials the 15 December 2017 Public Accounts Committee report into the project following the 4 July 2017 investigation published by the National Audit Office. The project has seem a cumulative increase in costs of over 400% to PS75.1 million against the original budget of PS15 million agreed in May 2012. It has also experienced a delay of 2.5 years. As a pilot project with the purpose of testing the issues, costs and opportunities of introducing the tram-train concept to the UK, the PAC asked DFT and Network Rail officials what long-term strategic lessons have been learnt from this. Procurement of consultancy is required to meet this recommendation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f079704d-62cb-489b-9c74-ef7cac27164a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc70005d-0721-47e1-a315-65117b0a65a3
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jun 20187 years ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2018 - 20 Aug 2018 1-6 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
DEPARTMENT OF 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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CPC PROJECT SERVICES

Further Information

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