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title: "Project Reach"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02aa66"
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buyer: "NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD"
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# Project Reach

Buyer: NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02aa66

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## Summary

The public procurement process for "Project Reach," initiated by Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd, aims to establish a long-term concession for the design and deployment of new public communications networks along the railway in Great Britain. This ambitious project, classified under "Construction and ancillary works for telephone and communication lines," has an estimated value between £800 million and £1 billion. The tender is currently active, with the deadline for submissions set for 12th May 2021. Given the extensive scope and significance of this project, it is poised to enhance electronic communications infrastructure significantly.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the telecommunications, construction, and engineering sectors. Companies with expertise in the construction of fibre optic networks, wireless infrastructure, and telecommunications equipment are well-suited to compete for this project. Furthermore, businesses that can support Network Rail in improving connectivity and integrating advanced technology into existing infrastructure will find this opportunity especially appealing, potentially driving growth and fostering innovation in the region.

## Notice

Lazard & Co., Limited has been engaged by Network Rail (NR) to advise on Project Reach. Lazard & Co., Limited are Network Rail's exclusive financial adviser on the deal. Please contact Lazard at lazard_reach@lazard.com to obtain a copy of the teaser, non-disclosure agreement (NDA) and the expression of interest (EOI) form. Bidders should submit completed EOI forms to Lazard at lazard_reach@lazard.com by the deadline specified in section IV.2.2) below. Late requests or submissions may be rejected by NR in its absolute discretion. Lazard & Co., Limited will issue Stage 1 process documentation to bidders that have signed NDAs, submitted EOI forms and meet the requirements set out in the EOI documentation. Lazard & Co., Limited reserves the right to issue Stage 1 process documentation to such bidders ahead of the EOI submission deadline specified in section IV.2.2). NR is seeking to appoint a concessionaire to design, deploy and fund new public communications networks and infrastructure along the railway in return for the right to use and commercially exploit the new networks under a long-term concession agreement. The concession will involve using, upgrading and increasing NR's existing telecoms infrastructure assets including the construction of a new fibre optic network and, potentially, new wireless network infrastructure (passive masts, towers and poles) (Project Reach).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

BACKGROUND TO NETWORK RAIL TELECOMS NR owns, operates and develops most of Great Britain's railway infrastructure, which includes over 16,000 km of fibre network and 2,500 wireless masts with co-location potential alongside the rail corridor. These telecoms infrastructure assets are a critical enabler for NR to run a safe and efficient railway service to meet the needs of passengers and freight users. They support the delivery of secure, efficient and effective services to passengers and freight users by underpinning safety critical operational services, enabling future train control systems and delivering improved passenger experience and safety via information and security systems. PROJECT REACH NR is seeking to appoint a concessionaire to design, deploy and fund new public communications networks and infrastructure along the rail corridor in return for the right to use and commercially exploit the new networks under a long-term concession agreement. The concession will involve using, upgrading and increasing NR's existing telecoms infrastructure assets including the construction of a new fibre optic network and, potentially, new wireless network infrastructure (passive masts, towers and poles). Project Reach is designed to advance wider government policy goals of improving public electronic communications connectivity; futureproof NR's telecoms infrastructure for its own rail requirements; to provide the next generation of railway technology to significantly improve safety, reliability and passenger connectivity. Project Reach covers Great Britain (excluding Norther Ireland).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008949-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW1 2DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | Regent's Park |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 31200000 - Electricity distribution and control apparatus
- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 32412100 - Telecommunications network
- 32520000 - Telecommunications cable and equipment
- 32521000 - Telecommunications cable
- 32522000 - Telecommunications equipment
- 32523000 - Telecommunications facilities
- 32524000 - Telecommunications system
- 32562200 - Optical telecommunication cables
- 44212250 - Masts
- 44212261 - Radio masts
- 45231400 - Construction work for electricity power lines
- 45231600 - Construction work for communication lines
- 45232300 - Construction and ancillary works for telephone and communication lines
- 45232332 - Ancillary works for telecommunications
- 45314300 - Installation of cable infrastructure
- 45314310 - Installation of cable laying
- 50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment
- 50331000 - Repair and maintenance services of telecommunications lines
- 50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services
- 50333000 - Maintenance services of radio-communications equipment
- 50334000 - Repair and maintenance services of line telephony and line telegraphy equipment
- 64200000 - Telecommunications services
- 64227000 - Integrated telecommunications services
- 71311230 - Railway engineering services
- 71322000 - Engineering design services for the construction of civil engineering works

## Release History

- 26 Apr 2021 at 21:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008949-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.networkrail.co.uk

## Provenance

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