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title: "THRE0039 - Major Rail Project Analysis (MRPA) Modelling and appraisal call-off contract"
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# THRE0039 - Major Rail Project Analysis (MRPA) Modelling and appraisal call-off contract

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49c55e32-9b51-4f2e-a226-2498312d72a3

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## Summary

The Department for Transport (DfTc), based in London, has awarded a contract titled "THRE0039 - Major Rail Project Analysis (MRPA) Modelling and appraisal call-off contract" under the engineering services category. The contract, valued at £6,000,000, involves technical support and systems consultancy services, with a focus on transport modelling and appraisal. The procurement process is complete, transitioning from tender to award status. The contract period extends from 5th August 2024 to 4th August 2027, covering multiple locations including the United Kingdom and international territories, with the procurement method identified as selective, sourced from a framework agreement.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering, transport modelling, and technical consultancy services. Firms with expertise in transport analytics and familiarity with the Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG) would be well-positioned to compete. The contract supports SMEs, making it an attractive proposition for smaller enterprises looking to gain a foothold in the public sector. The scale and nature of the project align well with businesses that can provide robust technical advisory and modelling capabilities.

## Notice

The Client will require the support of technical advisors who are highly capable, with the knowledge and ability to provide: , - transport modelling using Moira 2.2, Planet Framework Model (PFM) and the Northern Rail Modelling System/Northern Transport Modelling System (NoRMS/NorTMS); - modelling and appraisal advice based on a deep understanding of the Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG) and related rail appraisal and forecasting guidance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/794cacfd-b2cf-4ad2-b741-89d1218dfebb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Aug 2024 - 4 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £600,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOTT MACDONALD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71356300 - Technical support services
- 72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

## Release History

- 2 Aug 2024 at 14:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/794cacfd-b2cf-4ad2-b741-89d1218dfebb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/794cacfd-b2cf-4ad2-b741-89d1218dfebb
  2nd August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/62262164-035e-47e1-9fbc-19ebedd4925c
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