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UK5 - Transparency Notice Template

NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED

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13 Jul 2026 at 14:18

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UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited has completed a direct award contract to Machines With Vision Ltd, aiming to enhance the positional accuracy and track defect location data across its Ultrasonic Testing Unit (UTU) fleet. This contract, titled "UK5 - Transparency Notice Template," falls under the services category related to railway maintenance. The procurement process was completed under the directives outlined in the UKPGA 2023/54, with the rationale focusing on continuing existing infrastructure monitoring technologies. The procurement stage is at the 'award' status, with the award notice most recently updated on 13th July 2026. The project is slated to commence on 26th July 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2029, covering the entire UK railway network, and involves a contract period for delivering services that improve the reliability and consistency of railway line positioning.

This tender opens growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced imaging and technology solutions, particularly in the rail industry. SMEs with proven expertise in improving engineering precision and maintenance services related to railroad operations will find suitable opportunities in this tender. As the project primarily focuses on enhancing positioning accuracy and defect location on railway infrastructure, businesses that offer cutting-edge solutions for automation and data-driven diagnostics in railway systems are well poised to benefit. Such partnerships can potentially lead to further engagements with Network Rail Infrastructure Limited and other public transport authorities across the UK, especially given the focus on utilities and existing infrastructure monitoring solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK5 - Transparency Notice Template

Notice Description

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited intends to directly award a contract to enhance the positional accuracy across the entire Ultrasonic Testing Unit (UTU) fleet. The goal is to achieve consistent and reliable positioning across all UK railway lines and at all times of day. In addition to improving vehicle positioning, Network Rail Infrastructure Limited is also seeking to enhance the accuracy of track defect location data, enabling rail testers to navigate directly to the precise location of identified defects.

Procurement Information

RailLoc and Fault Navigator have been operating on Network Rail's infrastructure for some time now. In light of the Infrastructure Monitoring Core Service tender (end to end Infrastructure Monitoring (IM) solution to replace life expired dedicated IM fleet), a decision has been taken to continue with existing infrastructure monitoring technologies for the current IM fleet.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c8c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065703-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,759,510 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Contract Period
25 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 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
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MACHINES WITH VISION

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

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