Award

AIVR Image Capture

TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)

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16 Feb 2026 at 09:58

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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11 Feb 2026 at 10:51

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

10 Feb 2026 at 16:08

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for Wales Rail Limited has engaged in a procurement process concerning the contract titled "AIVR Image Capture," which falls under the industry category of surveillance and security systems. Located in Pontypridd, Wales, this public authority operates as a sub-central government entity. The tender process, initiated through direct award, involves the procurement of an image capture system aimed at enhancing route assessment efficiency and safety. The procurement process is currently in the award update stage, with the contract period set from 24 February 2026 to 23 February 2028. The total gross value of the award is £721,008 GBP, with a completion date for the standstill period on 20 February 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced image capture and machine learning technology. The procurement method prioritises compatibility and innovation, making it highly suitable for SMEs like One Big Circle Ltd, involved as the supplier. Businesses with expertise in surveillance systems could leverage this contract to expand their reach within the rail industry. The direct award approach ensures the effective acquisition of a unique solution, providing a competitive edge to businesses that can offer specialised technology solutions compliant with industry standards such as GDPR. Businesses capable of integrating cutting-edge machine learning capabilities and ensuring technical efficiency will find substantial growth possibilities through this procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AIVR Image Capture

Notice Description

Transparency notice for AIVR Image Capture.AIVR is an image capture product and consists of 5 x portable AIVR go cameras and 3 x hardwired cameras on and underneath TfW's class 153 fleet.Upon capture this footage is then stored and accessible in a central portal for review and utilises machine learning to ensure any personal information is fully GDPR compliant.This ultimately allows for remote route assessment without the need to access the track on foot or in cab, making the process far quicker and more efficient, and providing significant safety benefit.

Procurement Information

The only viable means of acquiring a product that delivers image capture and machine learning capabilities to assess lineside equipment and condition is via One Big Circle , the sole owner of this product. No alternative suppliers can provide a n equivalent product that meets the technical, operational, and compatibility requirements of the AIVR product. In accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, a Direct Award is permitted where competition is absent for technical reasons and where no reasonable alternative or substitute exists. In this instance, the requirement for a like -for-like product , capable of seamless integratio n without disproportionate cost, delay, or technical risk, means that competition cannot be meaningfully achieved. TfWR is therefore satisfied that the conditions for a Direct Award under the Procurement Act 2023 are met, and that this procurement route repr esents the only lawful, proportionate, and effective means of securing the required product within the necessary timescales.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064d15
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013706-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£600,840 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)
Contact Name
Edward Jones
Contact Email
procurement@tfw.wales
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 4TH
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Pontypridd Town
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ONE BIG CIRCLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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