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title: "London Rail Infrastructure Improvement Framework (SSQ)"
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# London Rail Infrastructure Improvement Framework (SSQ)

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cac43285-a4cb-44d0-af57-3b1cc22cd6e9

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by Transport for London (TfL) for the "London Rail Infrastructure Improvement Framework (SSQ)" aimed at establishing a framework agreement for major and minor infrastructure improvement works. This initiative falls under the construction industry in the Greater London area. Currently in the tender stage, the submission deadline for interested suppliers is 12 noon on Friday, 26th June 2020, with a contract period running from 1st December 2020 to 1st December 2027. The total estimated value of the project is £250 million, employing a selective procurement method through a negotiated procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in railway operations, engineering design, and construction services. Companies that specialise in infrastructure improvement, civil engineering, and project management will find this framework beneficial, as it covers works valued between £0 and £4 million for minor and above £4 million for major improvements, with 2-3 contractors expected to be appointed for each lot. Registration on TfL's eTendering portal is required to participate, enabling businesses to engage in this substantial project that supports London's rail infrastructure development.

## Notice

The purpose of this procurement is to establish a Framework agreement to provide a new delivery route for Major and Minor Infrastructure Improvement works on Transport for London (TfL) and Network Rail Managed Infrastructure (NRMI) This Framework will be Rail for London Limited (Part of the TfL Group of Companies and made up of London Overground, Trams and DLR) primary means of undertaking Infrastructure Improvement Works for the term of the Framework Agreement. While primarily for Rail for London Limited this Framework can be utilised all TfL Group Companies including London Underground Limited and Crossrail for Rail Infrastructure Improvement works. Economic Operators applying for this Framework will need to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the applicable professional engineering and design matters relating to Railway Station Operations, Railway Engineering and be able to apply them to the operation of an Light Rail Operations and Heavy Passenger Rail Operations. Economic Operators will be required to undertake the duties of Principal Designer and Principal Contractor under the CDM Regulations for all call-off contracts awarded under the Framework agreement. The selection Criteria for the SSQ as well as the deadline for completion can be located within the SSQ pack. The Framework Terms and Conditions will be based on NEC3 Option A, Option C, Short form and Professional Services Contract (with TfL Amendments) Additional information: To access the procurement documents and complete and submit the SSQ, suppliers will need to be registered on TfL's Procontract eTendering portal. To register or to check if you are already registered log on to https://procontract.due-north.com. Further instructions and guidance are included in the selection questionnaire and other procurement documents. Any potential supplier that is registered should log onto TfL's E-Tendering system and search for 'London Rail Infrastructure Improvement Framework and/or Procontract Reference DN465077. Potential suppliers should express their interest in the opportunity by completing and submitting the SSQ by the deadline of 12 noon Friday 26th June 2020 The Framework will be in two Lots. Lot 1.1 Minor Infrastructure Improvement for Works valued between PS0 - PS4,000,000. Lot 1.2 Major Infrastructure Improvement for Works valued above PS4,000,000. Between 2-3 Contractors will be appointed to each Lot.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d124f32e-7c86-4c83-8177-6c959831d761 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2020 - 1 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000,000 |
| 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 | TRANSPORT FOR LONDON |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8NJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | Borough & Bankside |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 34632300 - Electrical installations for railways
- 34946000 - Railway-track construction materials and supplies
- 45111000 - Demolition, site preparation and clearance work
- 45213320 - Construction work for buildings relating to railway transport
- 45213321 - Railway station construction work
- 45221112 - Railway bridge construction work
- 45234100 - Railway construction works
- 45234112 - Railway depot construction work
- 45234115 - Railway signalling works
- 45313000 - Lift and escalator installation work
- 45315400 - High voltage installation work
- 45331000 - Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation work
- 45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work
- 50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment
- 71220000 - Architectural design services
- 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 71351500 - Ground investigation services
- 71353200 - Dimensional surveying services
- 71355000 - Surveying services
- 71631470 - Railway-track inspection services

## Release History

- 16 May 2020 at 06:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d124f32e-7c86-4c83-8177-6c959831d761

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d124f32e-7c86-4c83-8177-6c959831d761
  16th May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com
- https://tfl.gov.uk

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