--- title: "Specialist Rail Expertise Consultancy" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b8254224-3d00-464d-b6ce-00f9d29c8d0b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b8254224-3d00-464d-b6ce-00f9d29c8d0b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b8254224-3d00-464d-b6ce-00f9d29c8d0b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b8254224-3d00-464d-b6ce-00f9d29c8d0b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2019-06-21" --- # Specialist Rail Expertise Consultancy Buyer: WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b8254224-3d00-464d-b6ce-00f9d29c8d0b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b8254224-3d00-464d-b6ce-00f9d29c8d0b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b8254224-3d00-464d-b6ce-00f9d29c8d0b.json) ## Summary Worcestershire County Council is currently seeking a consultant under the title "Specialist Rail Expertise Consultancy". The procurement falls under the services category, specifically transport systems consultancy services, and is located in Worcestershire. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender is in the planning stage with an end date of 12th July 2019 for submissions. The contract, once awarded, is expected to begin on 31st July 2019 and run until 30th July 2024. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in rail consultancy and project management services. Companies specialising in innovative transport solutions or consultancy in construction and project management would be particularly well-suited to apply. Engaging in this contract could lead to ongoing partnerships with the council while contributing to the development and enhancement of rail systems in the region. ## Notice Worcestershire County Council requires a consultant who will bring their knowledge, experience and innovative solutions to provide a specialist rail expertise and support service for the Council. If you wish to view the documents for this opportunity please click 'Express Interest'. Following this, if you wish to apply for this opportunity please click 'Opt in' which will then enable you to view and complete the Standard Questionnaire and upload the relevant documents. After uploading all required documents and completing the questionnaire(s) please remember to press the 'Submit your Return' button at the bottom of the page. Suppliers will receive a system generated email to confirm successful submission of their return. Any questions or clarification should be conducted via 'Correspondence' through this portal. 2019.06.07 UPDATE: Tender Questions and Responses (received to date) and amended Price List document have been uploaded. 2019.06.12 UPDATE: Additional Tender Questions and Responses have been uploaded. 2019.06.20 UPDATE: Additional Tender Questions and Responses have been uploaded. A further Q&R document will be uploaded tomorrow for questions that were received before the question submission deadline. 2019.06.21 UPDATE: Final Tender Questions and Responses have been uploaded. PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO THE NUMBER OF CLARFICATION QUESTIONS THE COUNCIL HAS RECEIVED, THE CLOSING DATE FOR THIS TENDER OPPPERTUNITY HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 10AM FRIDAY 12TH JULY. THE OPPORTUNITY FOR ASKING CLARIFICATIONS HAS NOT BEEN EXTENDED AND IS NOW CLOSED. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Jun 2019 | | Submission deadline | 12 Jul 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jul 2019 - 30 Jul 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | WORCESTERSHIRE | | Post town | Worcester | | Postcode | WR5 2NP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire | | ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC | | Local authority | Worcester | | Electoral ward | Nunnery | | Westminster constituency | Worcester | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services - 71530000 - Construction consultancy services - 72224000 - Project management consultancy services ## Release History - 21 Jun 2019 at 11:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 21 Jun 2019 at 11:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 20 Jun 2019 at 15:16 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 12 Jun 2019 at 11:14 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 12 Jun 2019 at 11:14 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 7 Jun 2019 at 10:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 31 May 2019 at 13:38 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 31 May 2019 at 12:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 31 May 2019 at 12:47 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 22 May 2019 at 14:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 22 May 2019 at 14:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 22 May 2019 at 14:44 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd - 22 May 2019 at 14:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d4a196d-ccf2-4d82-9d32-601a519a3ebd 21st June 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/worcestershire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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