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THRE02-B08 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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17 Nov 2025 at 14:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "THRE02-B08 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects" has been managed by the Department for Transport, based in London. The contract falls under the services category, specifically transport systems consultancy services, with a tender value of £60,800. The selective procurement was conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement, and the award was granted to OVE ARUP & Partners Ltd. The contract commenced on 17th November 2025 and is set to conclude on 16th November 2026. This project involves delivery across multiple regions including the United Kingdom and Europe.

For businesses operating within the consultancy and transport sectors, this tender represents a significant opportunity for growth and collaboration with public sector entities like the Department for Transport. While the award in this instance has been completed, similar contracts could benefit large-scale consultancy firms, particularly those with expertise in transport systems and international operations. Participating in such tenders requires the capacity to deliver comprehensive advisory services across diverse geographic locations.

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Notice Title

THRE02-B08 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects

Notice Description

Technical Advisors to support the Rail Contract Projects

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f0ccc43e-d2ae-4090-947c-64b7f4e25d7d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/987a83b9-206e-45d6-bb3d-a1e2d7931564
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,800 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 16 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

Notice Documents

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