Planning

Wales & Western - Level Crossing & Rail Road Access Points (RRAP)

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED

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Planning

30 Oct 2025 at 09:57

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited, a prominent public authority based in London, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process focused on level crossing and road rail access points in the Wales & Western region. This endeavour falls under the works industry category and is set to commence in April 2026, following the expiry of current arrangements in March 2026. The procurement process involves a pre-market engagement exercise inviting suppliers to partake in shaping the final procurement strategy. Interested parties are encouraged to complete a market engagement questionnaire by 14th November 2025. The total estimated value of the contract is approximately £15.6 million, and it is scheduled to span four years from 2026 to 2030. This initiative is set to operate under a Competitive Flexible Procedure and includes regional lots for the Western Route, South Wales, and North Wales, ensuring comprehensive coverage and support for planned and reactive works.

The tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the rail infrastructure sector, particularly those skilled in tasks such as the installation of level crossings and road rail access points, as well as minor civils reinstatement works. Companies with expertise in TR37 Engineer Handback, SIG37, and RISQS product/service codes relevant to level crossing installation will find this opportunity especially promising. SMEs and companies driven by social value are particularly encouraged to engage, as the framework seeks innovative and sustainable approaches. As this is a framework agreement, successful suppliers will have the chance to establish long-term partnerships with Network Rail, potentially leading to steady revenue streams and business growth in the UK rail sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wales & Western - Level Crossing & Rail Road Access Points (RRAP)

Notice Description

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited (Wales & Western Region) is seeking early engagement with the supply chain to inform the upcoming procurement for the installation and removal of Level Crossings and Road Rail Access Points (RRAP) across the Wales & Western region. The proposed framework will support the delivery of planned, reactive, and minor works relating to the installation, removal, surfacing, and reinstatement of proprietary crossing systems and RRAPs in accordance with manufacturer and Network Rail standards. This includes the provision of associated surface dressings, white lining, and minor civils reinstatement works. The purpose of this engagement is to: Understand current market capability, capacity, and interest. Seek feedback on the framework structure, lotting strategy, and commercial approach. Identify potential risks, challenges, and innovations that could improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Support the design of a fair and inclusive Competitive Flexible Procedure. It is currently envisaged that the framework will be divided into regional lots, covering: Lot 1 - Western Route Lot 2 - South Wales Lot 3 - North Wales The anticipated scope will include works undertaken under planned possession and blockade arrangements, as well as reactive maintenance and minor project delivery. Network Rail anticipates the new framework will commence in April 2026 following the expiry of existing arrangements under the drainage framework in March 2026. The estimated total value is approximately PS15.6 million over a term of four years (2026-2030). Suppliers with experience and competence in the following areas are particularly encouraged to engage: TR37 Engineer Handback SIG37 PTS / PTS AC qualified staff LXI28 documentation and handback compliance RISQS product/service codes: C.C.3.4.7.6X - Level Crossing Stiles, Gates & Barriers - Installation C.D.7.5X - Authorised Walking Routes & Access Points - Installation C.D.8.4X - User & Footpath Crossing Surfacing - Installation A Market Engagement Questionnaire has been developed to capture supplier feedback. Responses will be used to shape the final procurement strategy but will not form part of any evaluation process.

Planning Information

Engagement Process Network Rail (Wales & Western) invites interested suppliers to participate in a Pre-Market Engagement Exercise for the forthcoming Level Crossing and Road Rail Access Points (RRAP) Framework. This engagement aims to gather insight from the supply chain to inform the final procurement strategy, lot structure, and commercial model for the works, which are expected to commence in April 2026 following expiry of current arrangements in March 2026. Suppliers are asked to complete a short Market Engagement Questionnaire, which will take approximately 10–15 minutes to complete. The questionnaire seeks views on: Supplier experience and capabilities; Preferred framework structure and commercial approach; Capacity and mobilisation readiness; and Opportunities for innovation, sustainability, and social value. Responses will be used solely for market analysis and procurement planning purposes. They will not form part of any tender evaluation and will be treated in accordance with UK GDPR and Network Rail’s Data Protection Policy. How to Participate To take part in this engagement, please complete the online questionnaire using the link below: https://forms.office.com/e/zajE0qW5VA The survey will remain open until 14th November 2025, after which responses will be reviewed and summarised to inform the final procurement strategy. Following this exercise, Network Rail may invite interested suppliers to participate in a virtual or in-person supplier briefing session to discuss the findings and outline the proposed route to market. Any future tender opportunity arising from this engagement will be advertised separately via Find a Tender, Contracts Finder, and Network Rail’s BravoNR procurement portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d6d6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069616-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45234116 - Track construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,200,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
19 Dec 20252 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 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
Amy Slocombe
Contact Email
amy.slocombe@networkrail.co.uk
Contact Phone
+447935372368

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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