Planning

Supply of Bulk Anti-Ice Product for Rail-Borne Treatment

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 10:12

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED, a central government public authority located in London, is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Supply of Bulk Anti-Ice Product for Rail-Borne Treatment". This tender falls under the industry category of chemical products and pertains to the supply of goods specifically for rail treatment. Key dates include the publication of a pipeline notice on 22 May 2026, with further communication expected by 18 July 2026. The contract period is set from 24 July 2027 to 24 July 2030, and the total estimated contract value is £2,534,400 GBP. The procurement method follows the UK's statutory requirements as outlined in the 2023 legislation.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the production and supply of chemical products, particularly those capable of delivering bulk anti-ice solutions suitable for rail applications. Companies classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are notably encouraged to participate, presenting an advantageous chance to secure a long-term contract with a central government body. Businesses with experience in utility-specific procurement processes and those able to fulfill the contract's requirements will be well-positioned to compete successfully. This opportunity could serve as a robust platform for business growth and increased visibility in the public procurement sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Bulk Anti-Ice Product for Rail-Borne Treatment

Notice Description

The Supply of Bulk Anti-Ice Product for Rail-Borne Treatment

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a0a3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047663-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

CPV Codes

24000000 - Chemical products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,112,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Jul 2027 - 24 Jul 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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