Planning

Automated Joint Closure Temperature Identification

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED

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Planning

23 Oct 2025 at 19:00

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Automated Joint Closure Temperature Identification". This initiative, situated in London, UK, seeks an innovative automated solution for determining rail Joint Closure Temperature to enhance safety and asset management across Network Rail's infrastructure. The procurement falls under the category of research and development services, specifically aiming to leverage digital innovation and predictive maintenance within the rail sector. Key dates to note include a scheduled milestone due by 19th November 2025 and a projected contract period beginning on 23rd July 2026 and concluding on 23rd January 2028.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in digital solutions, automation, and infrastructure technology. Firms specialising in the development of predictive maintenance technologies and safety assurance systems are well-positioned to compete. By engaging in this initiative, businesses can gain access to a significant client in the form of Network Rail, thereby potentially expanding their market presence and expertise in innovative rail infrastructure solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Automated Joint Closure Temperature Identification

Notice Description

Network Rail is seeking to understand market interest and readiness to deliver an automated solution for identifying rail Joint Closure Temperature (JCT) across its jointed track infrastructure. Track buckling due to thermal stress remains a critical safety risk. Network Rail seeks a reliable, automated method to measure JCT across its jointed track network to support preventative maintenance and asset management. This initiative supports Network Rail's goals for digital innovation, safety assurance, and predictive maintenance. It aligns with the broader programme of intelligent infrastructure and data-driven asset management.

Planning Information

For further information relating to the scope of this pre-market engagement and the submission process, please review the document titled 'EOI RD Final' via the 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 '#42527 Automated Joint Closure Temperature Identification' 3 Click on the PDF attachments to view the attached documents

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068002-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Jul 2026 - 23 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
Contact Name
Katherine Wilkie
Contact Email
katherine.wilkie@networkrail.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Further Information

Notice Documents

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