DLR Thamesmead Extension - Gas Diversion Feasibility Design and Options Study

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Notice Description

Contract for the provision of a C3 stage feasibility design and options study for potential gas diversion works required to enable the proposed DLR Thamesmead Extension. The current alignment of the Thamesmead Extension (TEx) route intersects a highly strategic and asset-dense section of Statutory Undertaker Cadent's London Network, comprising high, intermediate and medium-pressure gas mains, alongside key installations including the Beckton Above Ground Installation and associated pressure reduction infrastructure. These assets present one of the most significant technical and programme-critical risks to the TEx programme. This request relates solely to the Feasibility Design and Options Study (C3 Works), This phase will provide a comprehensive desktop -based assessment of all potential diversion and AGI rationalisation requirements aligned to the current TEx design. The scope includes options development, engagement of a Cadent-approved design house, initial material take-off assessments, high level cost estimates for later phases, and mobilisation of a dedicated multi-disciplinary project management team to coordinate technical interfaces and third party stakeholders. The estimated value for this contract is PS1,594,000.

Procurement Information

A Direct Award is required due to the non-contestable nature of the works. As the statutory Gas Distribution Network Operator under the Gas Act 1986, Cadent is the only organisation legally authorised to operate, modify or approve works affecting these assets. Under Procurement Act (PA23) Schedule 5 Clause 5(a)(b), direct awards are permitted where suppliers hold exclusive rights or where competition is objectively absent. No alternative provider can legally undertake or approve the required activities; a direct award is therefore fully compliant and justified.

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b0be
Publication Source: Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054215-2026
Current Stage: Award
All Stages: Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type: UK5 - Transparency 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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

44161110 - Gas-distribution network

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value: Not specified
Lots Value: Not specified
Awards Value: £1,594,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value: Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline: Not specified
Future Notice Date: Not specified
Award Date: 9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period: 24 Jun 2026 - 24 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality: LONDON
Postcode: E20 1JN
Post Town: East London
Country: England
Major Region (ITL 1): TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2): TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3): TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location: Not specified
Local Authority: Newham
Electoral Ward: Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency: Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers: 1
Supplier Name: CADENT GAS

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054215-2026
9th June 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

Notice URLs

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