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# Design Framework

Buyer: MTR CORPORATION (CROSSRAIL) LIMITED T/A MTR ELIZABETH LINE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fbf285d4-2d3b-4816-9e0a-6ff80745054b

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## Summary

The procurement process involves MTR Corporation (Crossrail) Limited, also known as MTR Elizabeth line, seeking design support for its "Design Framework" project aimed at upgrading existing surface stations on the Elizabeth line in London. This initiative falls within the construction industry, specifically related to works for railways and cable transport systems. Currently in the tender stage, this opportunity has a tender period ending on 12th November 2021, and the associated contract is expected to begin on 4th February 2022 and conclude on 25th May 2023. The estimated value of the contract is between £501,000 and £1,000,000, with a procurement method classified as 'selective', leveraging a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focusing on multidisciplinary design services including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and surveying works. Companies that are agile and experienced in delivering rail and infrastructure improvements would be particularly well-positioned to compete. Given the emphasis on compliance with laws, financial stability, and various quality and safety standards, businesses well-equipped to demonstrate these credentials and capable of multidisciplinary project delivery are encouraged to participate in this procurement process.

## Notice

In support of what the MTR Elizabeth line have been delivering, on behalf of Transport for London (TfL), a programme of remodelling and upgrading many of the existing surface stations on the route in order to provide an improved passenger experience and create a unified look and feel for the Elizabeth line. These improvements comprised of ticket hall reconfiguration and refurbishment, external building restoration and platform infrastructure improvements. MTR are looking to deliver an additional work bank on behalf of Rail for London Infrastructure (RfLI) in 2022. These works will consist of: reconstructing staircases including installing new treads and handrails; footbridge repairs; replacing drainage systems (on platforms and buildings) and the installation of new fire systems. MTR is seeking a multi-disciplinary supplier to provide design support for the above projects and any other projects undertaken on and around the Elizabeth line for the improvement to our facilities on our behalf or other third parties. MTR may require some or all of the following disciplines: * Architectural * Structural * Mechanical & Electrical * Telecoms / SISS * Temporary Works * Earthing and Bonding * Cost Estimating * Surveying To Register interest for this event follow the link below to MTR On-Board and enter the required details. http://redirect.transaxions.com/events/wqZ5d An Invite will be sent to complete the Approved Supplier Questionnaire within MTR On-Board Reponses will be assessed by MTR Crossrail against the minimum criteria of qualification in the following areas: * Compliance with laws and regulations; * Financial stability; * Insurances; * Health and Safety; * Quality; * Environment and Energy; * Ethical trading; and * Equality and Diversity. You must pass this assessment to gain access to sourcing activities. An additional Qualification submission (PQQ) on opportunity based criteria may be required for selected opportunities. . In July 2014 MTR Corporation (Crossrail) Limited ("MTR Crossrail") was awarded the concession to operate the new Crossrail services across London by Transport for London (TfL). MTR Crossrail is running train services and stations with an eight year contract that can be extended to ten years. On the 31 May 2015 MTR Crossrail commenced TfL Rail services over the 14 stations between Shenfield and Liverpool Street under the TfL Rail brand. Eventually over 700 timetabled services per weekday will operate as the Elizabeth line. These services will be formed of nine-car trains and will run at frequencies up to 24 trains per hour in each direction throughout the central tunnel section. As a company MTR Crossrail aspire to be an industry-leading railway transforming travel in London. * We're making long-term improvement * We're a trusted operator with proven experience * We're creating a better service for everyone MTR Crossrail a fully owned subsidiary of MTR Corporation, recognised as one of the best performing rail operators in the world. The MTR vision is to deliver excellent services which connect and help communities grow.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/368984d9-c74b-4320-88ac-654c6f6dc76e |
| 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 | 5 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Feb 2022 - 25 May 2023 |
| 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 | MTR CORPORATION (CROSSRAIL) LIMITED T/A MTR ELIZABETH LINE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC3A 8NH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Bishopsgate |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 45213320 - Construction work for buildings relating to railway transport
- 45213321 - Railway station construction work
- 45234000 - Construction work for railways and cable transport systems
- 45234100 - Railway construction works
- 45234123 - Partially underground railway works
- 71220000 - Architectural design services
- 71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs
- 71250000 - Architectural, engineering and surveying services
- 71311230 - Railway engineering services
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings
- 71322000 - Engineering design services for the construction of civil engineering works
- 71355000 - Surveying services
- 79311000 - Survey services
- 79311100 - Survey design services

## Release History

- 5 Nov 2021 at 08:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/368984d9-c74b-4320-88ac-654c6f6dc76e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/368984d9-c74b-4320-88ac-654c6f6dc76e
  5th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.competefor.com/business/viewOpportunityDetailsSupplier.html?id=58980616
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- http://redirect.transaxions.com/events/wqZ5d

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