Planning

National Weather Management System PIN

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD

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Planning

29 Apr 2022 at 13:53

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd is initiating a planned procurement for the "National Weather Management System PIN," aimed at delivering weather-forecasting services tailored to the railway industry. With a projected budget of £3,000,000, this service will enhance operational safety and efficiency by providing bespoke solutions that consider industry-specific requirements and risks. The deadline for submissions in response to the Request for Information (RFI) is set for 5 pm on 30th May 2022, with future notices expected to be issued on 20th January 2023. This initiative is positioned within the services procurement category and is crucial for strategic planning in weather-related operations across the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions and information systems, particularly those with expertise in sustainable weather management services. Companies that can demonstrate innovative functionalities and cost-effective service options will be well-suited to participate in the upcoming tender process. Engaging with this procurement could lead to vital partnerships and growth for businesses that align their services with the needs identified by Network Rail, especially those ready to adapt to evolving industry challenges in weather-related infrastructure management.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

National Weather Management System PIN

Notice Description

The railway industry requires a bespoke sustainable National Weather Management Service to align with delivering a successful and passenger focused operational railway.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The railway industry requires a bespoke sustainable National Weather Management Service to align with delivering a successful and passenger focused operational railway. The effects of weather on our infrastructure import significant safety risks and the accurate strategic planning of the day to day operations require a weather service that is aligned specifically to industry standards and requirements. The service is required to be able to adapt to any industry changes and recommendations that are derived from formal investigations following weather related accidents / incidents, and new industry challenges that are identified. Network Rail will be retendering its current National Weather Management Service and would like to gain pre-market intelligence ahead of this. The purpose of this RFI is to engage with the supply base and request information relating to the existing National Weather Management Service solutions available in the market, specifically this RFI will look to address the following areas * Identify the existing solutions available in the market * Identify the functionality and capabilities of the services available in the market * Identify indicative costs of the software solutions available in the market * Identify any additional capabilities that Network Rail may have not considered * Ensure suppliers who are interested in any potential future tender activity relating to this requirement are aware of the procurement platform that will be used, and provide them with the steps to complete qualification to this platform (should they not have already done so) Please note that any content received via response to this RFI will be used purely for information purposes only and will not be deemed as forming part of any proposed bid now, or any potential future tender. Should you wish to respond to this RFI please complete the attached document titled "National Weather Management Service - RFI Submission Template", this can be accessed via the link and instructions below. 1. Follow the link - https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html 2. From the welcome screen, access the "View Current Opportunities" link and select "National Weather Management Service - Request for Information". 3. Click on the attachment - "National Weather Management Service - RFI Submission Template" Once completed please send your submission document via email as attachment to Victoria.rampton@networkrail.co.uk with the email subject " National Weather Management Service RFI". The response deadline for this RFI is 5pm 30/05/2022. Any questions or clarifications in respect of this RFI should be addressed to Victoria.rampton@networkrail.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03324a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011181-2022
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

71351600 - Weather-forecasting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Jan 2023Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2DN
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Regent's Park
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

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