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TVCA-PROC-0350 - Development of a feasibility study for the decarbonisation of the rail network in the Tees Valley.

TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Tees Valley Combined Authority has awarded a contract to Network Rail Infrastructure Limited for developing a feasibility study focusing on the decarbonisation of the rail network in the Tees Valley. This procurement falls under the services category and was completed through a direct award, with Network Rail serving as the asset owner. The contract's value is approximately £667,050, excluding VAT, and it commenced on 1st March 2026, though the signing was completed on 1st April 2026. Located in Darlington, under the jurisdiction of the UKC13 region, the Tees Valley Combined Authority operates as a sub-central government public authority.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses within the railway engineering and decarbonisation sectors to form potential partnerships with established entities like Network Rail Infrastructure Limited. Enterprises involved in railway technologies, environmental consultancy, and sustainable transportation methods are well-positioned to gain from this initiative by contributing expertise in innovative, green solutions for the rail industry. The study's focus on decarbonisation aligns with wider industry trends prioritising environmental sustainability, presenting growth avenues for businesses that can offer specialized services or products in this realm.

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Notice Title

TVCA-PROC-0350 - Development of a feasibility study for the decarbonisation of the rail network in the Tees Valley.

Notice Description

Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA)(the 'Contracting Authority'), part of the Tees Valley Combined Authority Group, have awarded a contract to Network Rail Infrastructure Limited for the development of a feasibility study for the decarbonisation of the rail network in the Tees Valley. The commencement date of this contract was 1st March 2026, however there has been a delay with signing due to resource. The contract was signed on 1st April 2026.

Procurement Information

Network Rail are the asset owner.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06055a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033385-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311230 - Railway engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£667,050 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£667,050 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL2 1NJ
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Sadberge & Middleton St George
Westminster Constituency
Stockton West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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