Planning

Scotland's Railway Lineside Framework Supplier/SME Engagement Event

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD

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Planning

16 Oct 2024 at 11:40

Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd is preparing for the procurement of a Lineside Framework for Tree and Vegetation Management and boundary renewals under the industry category of tree-cutting services. This planned procurement involves an event titled "Scotland's Railway Lineside Framework Supplier/SME Engagement Event" scheduled for Thursday, 24th October 2024, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM at The Studio, 67 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 6AE. This framework is particularly focused on category 2, aimed at Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs), covering four boundaries in Scotland with three suppliers each. Businesses must confirm attendance by Tuesday, 22nd October 2024, via the BRAVO platform.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for SMEs to engage in the railway industry's vegetation management sector, providing valuable services such as tree-cutting, tree-clearing, and erection of fencing. Businesses specialising in agricultural, forestry, horticultural, and environmental services stand to benefit significantly. The framework enables up to 12 suppliers to participate across different regions, fostering competitiveness and growth. The engagement event will address SME requirements for working lineside, the procurement process, and post-contract expectations, making it a valuable session for businesses looking to expand their operations within Scotland.

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Notice Title

Scotland's Railway Lineside Framework Supplier/SME Engagement Event

Notice Description

Scotland's Railway will soon be commencing procurement of a Lineside Framework for Tree and Vegetation Management (Clearance & Maintenance) and boundary renewals. The Framework will be split into two distinct categories and this event is focused on category 2 which is an exciting opportunity, particularly for Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) as the intention is to split this category into 4 boundaries (3 suppliers in each) to support our delivery units across Scotland. This will provide a great opportunity for up to 12 suppliers to get on to the Framework. Ahead of procurement beginning later this year, Network Rail will be holding a Supplier Engagement Event where SMEs and other interested suppliers can find out more about this opportunity, including; The importance of SME involvement in Lineside Vegetation What is required to work Lineside in the Railway industry Overview of the Procurement process - an SME friendly approach What to expect Post Contract if successful Opportunity for questions and to feedback on the proposed strategies. Network Rail intends to hold this in-person at the following time and location: Thursday 24th October 2024 at 3:30pm - 5pm. The Studio, 67 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 6AE Interested parties are invited to confirm attendance via the BRAVO platform (https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk) by 12noon on Tuesday 22nd October 2024. Should you experience any issues with Bravo, please contact Lyle.Musuraca@networkrail.co.uk. Please note that spaces are limited to one representative from each business. Invite links will then be sent - to everyone that has registered via BRAVO - by close of business on Tuesday 22nd October, ahead of the call on the Thursday.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Indicative only: A geographical region of Scotland to cover de-vegetation and boundary renewals. Additional information: Attendance to be logged via Bravo NR.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04acbf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033348-2024
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

45 - Construction work

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

45342000 - Erection of fencing

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

77211300 - Tree-clearing services

77211400 - Tree-cutting services

77211500 - Tree-maintenance services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Dec 2024Expired
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
john.bradshaw2@networkrail.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1908781000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8SW
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

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