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title: "THRE02-D03 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects"
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# THRE02-D03 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c550414d-030f-4173-9f6b-7f9d27560a21

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## Summary

The Department for Transport (DfTc), located in London, England, has concluded a public procurement process titled "THRE02-D03 - Provision of Technical Advisors to Support Rail Operating Contract Projects." This contract falls under the industry category of transport systems consultancy services (CPV code 71311200). The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, targeting global delivery locations including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. The process has reached the award stage, with Mott MacDonald Limited being the chosen supplier for a contract valued at £21,600 GBP. The contract period runs from 24th March 2026 to 10th December 2026, and the award was published on 25th March 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in technical advisory services within the rail sector. Despite the contract not being particularly suited for SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises, larger-scale consulting firms, particularly those experienced in transport system consultancy, would find this project within their capacity for delivery. Given the nature of the industry and geographic scope, companies with a strong foothold in rail-related consultancy can leverage this opportunity to strengthen their portfolio by showcasing expertise and expanding their influence both domestically and internationally.

## 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/dbb8c6eb-6cb2-48fa-80bb-f8017ddc8ecf |
| 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 | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 Mar 2026 - 10 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £21,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £21,600 |
| 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

### Codes

- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2026 at 16:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbb8c6eb-6cb2-48fa-80bb-f8017ddc8ecf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbb8c6eb-6cb2-48fa-80bb-f8017ddc8ecf
  25th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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