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title: "THRE02-A15 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects"
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published: "2026-03-31"
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# THRE02-A15 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-88f6c7bc-b672-4e49-b3f4-14fcf3569142

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## Summary

The Department for Transport (DfTc), based in London, has conducted a procurement process for the provision of technical advisors to support its rail operating contract projects. The tender, classified under "Transport systems consultancy services," has reached the award stage, with Jacobs U.K Limited selected as the supplier. This procurement follows a selective method with a call-off from a framework agreement. While the tender period ended on 16th March 2026, the contract period is set to begin on 1st April 2026 and will conclude on 10th December 2026. The procurement scope is designed to cater to services that span across regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World, with a contract value of GBP 43,541.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses with expertise in transport systems consultancy services, particularly benefiting large firms like Jacobs U.K Limited, which possess the capability to navigate the complexity of rail operating contracts. Businesses in transport consultancy can gain valuable experience and visibility by delivering services under this contract to DfTc. Participation in such selective framework agreements can elevate a company's profile and position it for future similar procurements. The project can enhance business growth through collaboration on cutting-edge transportation solutions and potentially attract additional clients and projects in related sectors.

## Notice

Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a86f94b-2985-430b-a546-9ddeafe450aa |
| 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 | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 10 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £43,541 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £43,541 |
| 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 | JACOBS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 14:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a86f94b-2985-430b-a546-9ddeafe450aa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a86f94b-2985-430b-a546-9ddeafe450aa
  31st March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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