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title: "FW062 Permanent Way Professional Services Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02877f"
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# FW062 Permanent Way Professional Services Framework

Buyer: TRANSLINK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02877f

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## Summary

Translink, based in Belfast, is currently managing the procurement for the "FW062 Permanent Way Professional Services Framework," which pertains to project management consultancy services within the railway industry. The procurement method employed is a selective approach under a restricted procedure, and the procurement status is active. This framework aims to deliver professional services related to the maintenance and capital works of the Northern Ireland Railways' infrastructure, covering approximately 280 miles. The tender submission deadline is set for 11th February 2021. The estimated contract value is £40 million, and there are provisions for up to four 12-month extensions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancies specialising in project management and infrastructure services, particularly those with experience in railway and civil engineering projects. Businesses that excel in delivering professional services, project design, cost estimation, and construction management will be well-positioned to compete. Participation in this framework could enable firms to secure long-term contracts and expand their portfolio within the transportation sector, significantly enhancing their growth potential.

## Notice

Translink is establishing a Framework for the provision of Permanent Way related professional services. The Client's Infrastructure and Property Division is responsible for the maintenance of and capital works to the infrastructure along the Northern Ireland Railways (NIR) railway network. This includes circa 280 miles of Permanent Way. This Framework will entail the delivery of professional services related to permanent way infrastructure projects and maintenance. The Supplier may be required to assist in the development and management of construction contracts. The level of input required in this context will be indicated in the Work Package. Your response must be submitted via the relevant Call for Tender (CfT) on the eTendersNI portal. Instructions on how to submit your response can be found within the Interactive Walkthrough on the eTendersNI Homepage. No other method of submission will be accepted.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Translink is establishing a Framework for the provision of Permanent Way related professional services. The Client's Infrastructure and Property Division is responsible for the maintenance of and capital works to the infrastructure along the Northern Ireland Railways (NIR) railway network. This includes circa 280 miles of Permanent Way. This Framework will entail the delivery of professional services related to permanent way infrastructure projects and maintenance. The Supplier may be required to assist in the development and management of construction contracts. The level of input required in this context will be indicated in the Work Package. Your response must be submitted via the relevant Call for Tender (CfT) on the eTendersNI portal. Instructions on how to submit your response can be found within the Interactive Walkthrough on the eTendersNI Homepage. No other method of submission will be accepted.

Renewal: 4 x 12month extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016254-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jun 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000,000 |
| Lots value | £40,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRANSLINK |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT2 7LX |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN0 Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 7 |
| Supplier names | ARCADIS CONSULTING; BTTC INFRASTRUCTURE; BWB CONSULTING; BYRNE LOOBY PARTNERS; JACOBS UK HOLDINGS; MOTT MACDONALD LTD BELFAST; OVE ARUP AND PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs
- 71248000 - Supervision of project and documentation
- 71541000 - Construction project management services
- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services

## Release History

- 14 Jun 2022 at 11:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016254-2022
- 4 Jan 2021 at 17:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000057-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps

## Provenance

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