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Pre-Market Engagement for the Supply of Geosynthetics

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

20 Feb 2026 at 08:56

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

18 Nov 2025 at 15:02

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

02 Jun 2025 at 17:32

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited is advancing through the procurement planning stage for its geosynthetics supply project, crucial for reinforcing trackbeds and enhancing infrastructure lifespan. The initiative, titled "Pre-Market Engagement for the Supply of Geosynthetics," is set under the Competitive Flexible Procedure as per the Procurement Act 2023. The project aligns with the utilities special regime within the goods category and involves a framework agreement. Located across the United Kingdom, the procurement is planned to commence on 1 January 2027, extending up to 31 December 2032, with potential renewal until 2036. This preliminary engagement concluded successfully on 20 February 2026, following an initial notice period ending on 28 November 2025. The feedback from market participants has been instrumental in shaping the final tender specifications, ensuring compliance with national and international standards through a structured product acceptance process.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in railway construction materials, primarily those providing geosynthetic products. With an estimated gross value of £24 million over the contract period, SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate, fostering competition and supporting business expansion through long-term contracts. Companies capable of supplying biaxial and triaxial geogrids or similar materials used in railway infrastructure are well-placed to compete in this procurement process. Network Rail's willingness to work closely with suppliers during the product acceptance phase and ensure technical compliance underscores their commitment to facilitating market participation and innovative solutions, thus presenting a strategic growth opportunity for enterprises operating within this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pre-Market Engagement for the Supply of Geosynthetics

Notice Description

Geosynthetics are critical in maintaining and improving Network Rail's asset performance by reinforcing trackbeds, improving drainage, and extending asset life. The procurement documents can be downloaded from Network Rail's BravoNR sourcing platform via this link. https://networkrail.bravosolutions.co.uk/web/login.html From the welcome screen, access the Current Opportunities link and select #44817 Supply of Geosynthetics

Planning Information

The Purpose of this pre-market engagement exercise is to seek the markets views, capabilities, capacity and levels of interest within the supply of geosynthetics market. The procurement documents can be downloaded from Network Rail's BravoNR sourcing platform via this link. https://networkrail.bravosolutions.co.uk/web/login.html From the welcome screen, access the Current Opportunities link and select #44817 Supply of Geosynthetics

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052b0f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015487-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34946000 - Railway-track construction materials and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2032 Over 5 years
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 LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8SW
Postcode Area
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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