--- title: "Opportunity to Tender - Topo - Regional Framework Lots (England) - J. Murphy & Sons" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ac4cd947-135a-4699-9db7-164ebc1a24c3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ac4cd947-135a-4699-9db7-164ebc1a24c3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ac4cd947-135a-4699-9db7-164ebc1a24c3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ac4cd947-135a-4699-9db7-164ebc1a24c3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED" published: "2026-07-14" --- # Opportunity to Tender - Topo - Regional Framework Lots (England) - J. Murphy & Sons Buyer: BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ac4cd947-135a-4699-9db7-164ebc1a24c3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ac4cd947-135a-4699-9db7-164ebc1a24c3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ac4cd947-135a-4699-9db7-164ebc1a24c3.json) ## Summary J. Murphy & Sons has initiated a tender process, inviting experienced civil engineering subcontractors to express interest for inclusion in a regional framework across England. This procurement, titled "Opportunity to Tender - Topo - Regional Framework Lots (England) - J. Murphy & Sons," focuses on civil engineering support services, particularly in topographical and surveying fields, to support major infrastructure programmes like Network Rail CP7 and the TransPennine Route Upgrade. The framework will operate under a selective procurement method through call-offs from a framework agreement, and the tender process is currently in the Tender stage. The framework is structured into regional lots, offering an opportunity for suppliers to bid based on their capabilities and equipment availability. Key dates in this tender include a tender end date of 21st July 2026, while the contract period is scheduled from 14th August 2026 to 11th August 2028. This tender provides significant business growth opportunities for SMEs and regional surveying providers, especially those with proven experience in topographical and infrastructure surveying environments, including rail. Businesses equipped with capabilities in advanced survey techniques like laser scanning and aerial surveys will be competitive. The opportunity supports businesses with strong health, safety, environmental, and quality performance, and those that can produce high-quality digital survey outputs. The regional approach of the framework allows suppliers to focus on specific areas, making it ideal for local firms with established local presence and quick mobilisation times. Businesses interested in the tender should express interest through CompeteFor to receive detailed information on the lot structure and next steps. ## Notice J. Murphy & Sons invites expressions of interest from experienced civil engineering subcontractors for inclusion on a framework of regional lots across England, supporting major infrastructure programmes. The framework will provide call off opportunities aligned to regional delivery teams and project locations. Project Portfolio Includes: Network Rail CP7 TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU) Peel Ports Other rail and infrastructure projects across England Scope of Services: The framework will cover the provision of topographical and surveying services, including: Topographical & Site Surveys Topographical surveying of sites, corridors and infrastructure assets Detailed mapping of natural and built features, including levels, contours and surface features Utility & Desktop Surveys Desktop utility surveys and statutory records searches Identification and interpretation of underground services data Rail & Infrastructure Surveys PWAY (Permanent Way) surveys Structure and track monitoring, including deformation and movement surveys Survey Control Establishment and maintenance of permanent survey control grids and benchmarks Laser Scanning & Advanced Data Capture Terrestrial laser scanning (LiDAR) High definition (HD) video survey capture 3D point cloud data generation and reality capture Aerial & Remote Surveys Manned aerial surveys, including: LiDAR Photogrammetry HD video surveys Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) / drone surveys Monitoring & Measurement Asset, structure and track monitoring Installation and repeat surveys to track movement or changes over time Data Processing & Delivery Processing and interpretation of all survey data Production of outputs in CAD, BIM and GIS formats Delivery of drawings, models, reports and digital datasets Quality assurance and validation of survey outputs How to Apply: Suppliers must express interest through CompeteFor to receive further tender information, including lot structure and next steps. About the buyer's selection process: Regional Approach: The framework will be structured into regional lots across England, allowing suppliers to bid for one or multiple regions based on: Survey capability and specialist technology Availability of equipment and skilled personnel Local presence and mobilisation times Capacity to deliver multiple, concurrent survey commissions" Suitable Suppliers This opportunity is aimed at suppliers who demonstrate: Proven experience in topographical and infrastructure surveying, including rail environments Capability across traditional and advanced survey techniques (laser scanning, aerial surveys, digital capture) Experience delivering surveys in live, constrained or high risk environments Strong health, safety, environmental and quality performance Ability to produce accurate, high quality digital survey outputs aligned to industry standards SMEs and regional surveying providers are encouraged to apply ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbd7827c-48d8-4a55-a293-31585bd3289f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 21 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Aug 2026 - 11 Aug 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | North West London | | Postcode | NW5 1TN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden | | Local authority | Camden | | Electoral ward | Kentish Town North | | Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71311100 - Civil engineering support services ## Release History - 14 Jul 2026 at 14:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbd7827c-48d8-4a55-a293-31585bd3289f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbd7827c-48d8-4a55-a293-31585bd3289f 14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.competefor.com/business/viewOpportunityDetailsSupplier.html?id=115365448 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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