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Best Practice Review of On-Track Machine and Plant Strategies Across European Railway's

OFFICE OF RAIL AND ROAD

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Award

18 Sep 2025 at 13:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

31 Jul 2025 at 08:14

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by the Office of Rail and Road, a central government public authority based in London, United Kingdom. The contract, entitled "Best Practice Review of On-Track Machine and Plant Strategies Across European Railway's", falls under the services category specifically targeting research consultancy services. The process moved from the tender stage, issued on 31st July 2025, to the award stage, finalised on 18th September 2025. The contract was awarded to FURRER + FREY GB LIMITED and is active as of 16th September 2025, with a scheduled completion date of 8th December 2025. The procurement was conducted through an open competition below the threshold, adhering to regulations under UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the research consultancy sector, particularly for those specializing in railway infrastructure and strategic frameworks. Companies operating as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could find this contract beneficial for growth, offering services that enhance value for money and strategic assessments. Engaging in such tenders aids businesses in expanding their experience portfolio, reinforcing their presence in the transport sector, and contributing to large-scale European railway projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Best Practice Review of On-Track Machine and Plant Strategies Across European Railway's

Notice Description

To identify how leading European rail infrastructure managers develop and implement long-term strategies for on-track machines (OTMs) and railway plant, including procurement, deployment, lifecycle planning, and efficiency optimisation. The review will identify best practices, strategic frameworks, and operational models that the ORR can consider when assessing the adequacy and value-for-money of Network Rail's own machine and plant strategy.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0569bc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057739-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
15 Sep 2025 - 8 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE OF RAIL AND ROAD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementteam@orr.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4QZ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FURRER + FREY GB

Further Information

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