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FOM Programme Management Support

TRANSPORT FOR WALES

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07 Apr 2026 at 10:37

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17 Mar 2026 at 15:31

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13 Mar 2026 at 14:18

Summary of the contracting process

Transport for Wales has completed the procurement process for the "FOM Programme Management Support" contract, aimed at providing specialist programme management consultancy services for the Future Operating Model (FOM) transition. This contract involves strategic planning and business change management to support the transfer of rail infrastructure responsibilities from Amey Infrastructure Wales. The process utilised a direct award method due to the unique expertise required, with WCL Infrastructure Limited identified as the sole capable supplier. The contract, classified under the business services industry, covers services delivery across the United Kingdom and commenced on 1st April 2026, running until 30th March 2027, with an extension option available for an additional year.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in large-scale infrastructure transitions, particularly those familiar with rail systems. Businesses capable of delivering strategic consultancy, with experience in handling substantial change management projects, are ideal contenders in similar tenders. Companies like WCL Infrastructure, known for their extensive expertise in rail infrastructure, demonstrate the potential to expand business prospects by partnering with government entities like Transport for Wales, thereby increasing their influence and market share within specialised public procurement contracts.

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Notice Title

FOM Programme Management Support

Notice Description

Transport for Wales intends to award a contract for the provision of specialist programme management consultancy services to support delivery of the Future Operating Model (FOM). The services include strategic planning, business change management, and expert support for the transfer of rail infrastructure responsibilities from Amey Infrastructure Wales to Transport for Wales. Due to the highly specialised knowledge required--particularly experience of managing large-scale rail infrastructure change and familiarity with both TfW and AIW operating models--the market was assessed and no suitable alternative suppliers were identified. WCL is the only supplier able to provide personnel with the necessary expertise and continuity to ensure a safe and effective transition. The contract will run for one year with an option to extend for a further year.

Procurement Information

A direct award is justified beacuse WCL is the only supplier capable of delivering the highly specialist programme management expertise required for the Future Operating Model. TfW consulted its framework suppliers and interviewed multiple candidates, but no alternatives had the necessary experience in managing large-scale rail infrastructure business change, nor the unique understanding of both TfW and AIW operating models.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0669f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031362-2026
Current Stage
Award
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£556,446 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£556,446 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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

WCL INFRASTRUCTURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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