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THRE0031A - Rail strategy and project delivery support

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has completed the procurement process for the "THRE0031A - Rail strategy and project delivery support" contract, aimed at providing advisory services for rail strategy and project delivery. This procurement falls into the transport systems consultancy services category, specifically classified under CPV code 71311200. It covers delivery locations including the United Kingdom, its territories, and internationally. The procurement was executed using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, valued at £5,408,000 GBP. The tender stage concluded on 10 May 2024, followed by the award on 24 May 2024. The contract period runs from 4 June 2024 to 2 June 2026, indicating a long-term engagement for those involved.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), although the contract was ultimately awarded to large-scale suppliers, OVE ARUP & PARTNERS LIMITED and JACOBS U.K. LIMITED. Businesses specialising in transport consultancy and capable of operating across varied geographical areas would find this project suitable. The focus on rail strategy and project delivery suggests potential for firms with strong strategic planning and project management capabilities to play a key role, further enhancing their reputation and experience within large-scale infrastructure projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THRE0031A - Rail strategy and project delivery support

Notice Description

Advisors for rail strategy and project delivery support.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f61a8459-2769-43e2-94a3-3cce6db19403
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f97446d4-96c8-4251-a495-d95cf253a3e4
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
SME
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
£5,408,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,408,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
3 Jun 2024 - 2 Jun 2026 1-2 years
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
2
Supplier Names

JACOBS

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

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