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Independent Assessor (AsBo, ApBo and DeBo) for the Cardiff Central Enhancement Programme (CCEP)

TRANSPORT FOR WALES

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25 Oct 2024 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Transport for Wales has initiated a tender for the role of Independent Assessor (AsBo, ApBo and DeBo) as part of the Cardiff Central Enhancement Programme (CCEP). This initiative aims to upgrade the Cardiff Central railway station in response to a projected passenger growth of over 50% by 2043. The key components of the programme include alleviating congestion, improving user experience and facilities, and enhancing interchange, connectivity, and resilience. The project is based in Pontypridd, Wales, with the procurement currently in the tender stage. The deadline for tender submissions is 25 November 2024, and the procurement method is an open procedure for services, with electronic submissions accepted via eTenderwales.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in independent assessment and verification services, particularly those with previous experience in multidisciplinary rail projects. Companies skilled in providing safety assessments and authorised verification in compliance with regulations such as the Railways (Interoperability) Regulations 2011 and the Common Safety Method for Risk Evaluation & Assessment will find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities. The contract involves roles that require ISO/IEC accreditations and will be advantageous for firms looking to expand their portfolio in rail infrastructure projects and enhance their market presence in the transport sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent Assessor (AsBo, ApBo and DeBo) for the Cardiff Central Enhancement Programme (CCEP)

Notice Description

With a projected passenger growth of over 50% by 2043 means there is a need to upgrade the Cardiff Central railway station to meet the additional passenger demand whilst enhancing the passenger experience and integrating sustainable travel modes. Cardiff Central Enhancement Programme (CCEP), led by Transport for Wales (TfW) on behalf of the Welsh Government, proposes a series of enhancements at the station to address the following drivers for change: - Alleviate congestion and improve capacity within the station. - Improve user experience and facilities. - Enhance interchange, connectivity, and resilience. The aim of this contract notice is to procure an independent assessment and verification services for CCEP.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The scope of this contract is to provide independent assessment and verification services for the Cardiff Central Enhancements Programme (CCEP). The CCEP project scope can be found in Annex 1. The project is managed and delivered by TfW, which is a company set up by Welsh Government to manage the transport infrastructure on behalf of the Welsh Government. In the context of this project, TfW is a third-party developer on Network Rail infrastructure. The project is governed through the TfW 'Plan of Works' (PoW) project lifecycle, which aligns with the Network Rail Project Acceleration in a Controlled Environment (PACE) project lifecycle as shown below: TfW Plan of Work (PoW) Stage A - Develop Output Requirements and Options Stage B - Options Development and Selection Stage C - Preliminary Design Stage D - Statutory Process Stage E - Detailed Design Stage F - Construct, Commission and Handover Stage G - Closeout Network Rail PACE Phase 1 - Strategic Development & Project Selection ES1 Phase 1 - Strategic Development & Project Selection ES2 Phase 1 - Strategic Development & Project Selection ES3 Phase 2 - Project Development & Design ES4 Phase 2 - Project Development & Design ES5 Phase 3 - Project Delivery ES6 Phase 4 - Project Close ES7 Phase 4 - Project Close ES8 The proposed works will be carried out in accordance with the Railways (Interoperability) Regulations 2011 (as amended) (RIR) and the Common Safety Method for Risk Evaluation & Assessment (CSM-REA). The Supplier shall provide the following roles for the project: - Assessment Body (AsBo) to provide independent verification for compliance with CSM-REA; - Approved Body (ApBo) to provide independent verification for interoperability in accordance with the applicable National Technical Specifications Notifications (NTSNs) under the RIR; - Designated Body (DeBo) to provide independent verification for interoperability in accordance with the applicable National Technical Rules (NTRs) under the RIR. The above roles shall be undertaken by suitably qualified and competent personnel with prior experience providing similar roles on multi-disciplinary rail projects. System Safety Assurance Qualifications or equivalent required. The AsBo, ApBo, and DeBo shall support TfW in delivering the safety assessments and authorisation tasks to enable Entry into Service (EiS) and Authorisation for Placing into Service (APiS). The required safety assessment and authorisation tasks are specified in TfW's System Safety and Authorisation Strategy (document ref: TfW-ENG-PRO-ID00299). The system safety and authorisation approach to be followed throughout the project lifecycle is specified in the Cardiff Central Enhancements Programme System Safety and Authorisation Plan (document ref: W001147-TFW-00-REP-ESS-000003). The Tenderers will need to provide evidence on the following accreditation standards: - Accreditation Standards UKAS ISO/IEC 17020 (AsBo: Product Conformity Certification) - Accreditation Standards UKAS ISO/IEC 17065 (ApBo/DeBo: Inspection Body) - Accreditation Standards ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems) The Tenderers will need to: - Work collaboratively with TfW to ensure a progressive assurance approach for all documents outlined in Volume 2 - Key dates - Key milestones - Working remotely as well as in person at the Pontypridd office or the Cardiff Central office (St. Patrick's House) ad-hoc

Renewal: Option to extend for up to 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-145577
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=145577
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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

CPV Codes

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

72246000 - Systems consultancy services

79132000 - Certification services

79417000 - Safety consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@tfw.wales
Contact Phone
+44 2921673434

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
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Pontypridd Town
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT493648
    Independent Assessor (AsBo, ApBo and DeBo) for the Cardiff Central Enhancement Programme (CCEP) - With a projected passenger growth of over 50% by 2043 means there is a need to upgrade the Cardiff Central railway station to meet the additional passenger demand whilst enhancing the passenger experience and integrating sustainable travel modes. Cardiff Central Enhancement Programme (CCEP), led by Transport for Wales (TfW) on behalf of the Welsh Government, proposes a series of enhancements at the station to address the following drivers for change: - Alleviate congestion and improve capacity within the station. - Improve user experience and facilities. - Enhance interchange, connectivity, and resilience. The aim of this contract notice is to procure an independent assessment and verification services for CCEP.

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