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title: "THRE02-B06 Technical Advisors to support the Rail Contract Projects"
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# THRE02-B06 Technical Advisors to support the Rail Contract Projects

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-86ce61df-433c-4574-9969-5f7dafb9955f

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## Summary

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has awarded a contract titled "THRE02-B06 Technical Advisors to support the Rail Contract Projects" under the industry category of Transport systems consultancy services (CPV code: 71311200). The contract was awarded to Ove Arup & Partners International Ltd, a large-scale supplier, and covers various locations including the United Kingdom and Europe, with the contract period starting from 17 February 2025 to 16 May 2025. The procurement was conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, and the award was made active on 17 February 2025, with a total value of GBP 255,500.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for organisations with expertise in transport systems consultancy services. While the contract is not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, large consultancy firms specialising in rail contract projects can benefit greatly from this engagement by leveraging their technical advisory capabilities to support the Department for Transport. This contract can also serve as a valuable reference for future tenders in the public transport sector, promoting enhanced visibility and reputation for the participating business. The targeted consultancy firms can expand their market presence across multiple regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and other parts of the world.

## Notice

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## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4230fab3-42a5-4add-8c63-7585c121ad08 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Feb 2025 - 16 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £255,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £255,500 |
| 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 | OVE ARUP & PARTNERS INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2025 at 15:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4230fab3-42a5-4add-8c63-7585c121ad08

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4230fab3-42a5-4add-8c63-7585c121ad08
  19th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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