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title: "FW097 Permanent Way Contractor Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-034fd2"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "TRANSLINK"
published: "2022-07-08"
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# FW097 Permanent Way Contractor Framework

Buyer: TRANSLINK  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-034fd2

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Translink, which seeks to establish a Permanent Way Contractor framework for urban railway track construction works in Northern Ireland. The contract, valued at £150 million, is currently in the planning stage, with a tender period set to conclude on 15th August 2022. Interested suppliers are encouraged to express their interest and engage with the Translink project team, as the buying organisation plans to assess their capabilities for delivering significant rail infrastructure projects. The communication for this tender can be directed to Chris Clarke at chris.clarke@translink.co.uk.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in railway infrastructure, construction, and maintenance. Companies with proven experience in permanent way projects, including enhancement, renewal, and refurbishment of railway assets, would be well-suited for this framework. The procurement requires adherence to strict health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as a commitment to delivering social value and efficiency throughout the contract’s duration. This emphasis on performance and best practices creates a competitive environment ideal for firms looking to expand their presence in the railway industry in Northern Ireland.

## Notice

Translink is responsible for both maintenance and capital works to infrastructure on the Northern Ireland Railways (NIR) network. Translink wish to establish a long-term Permanent Way Contractor framework and would like to invite expressions of interest from suppliers with a proven record in the delivery of significant rail infrastructure projects. The Translink project team have set aside some time to engage with suitably qualified economic operators. If this is of interest please contact chris.clarke@translink.co.uk

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The scope for the Framework will be the delivery of Permanent Way projects across a wide range of work types, including the following: * Enhancement projects related to permanent way * Renewal / refurbishment of plain line track including ballast, rail and drainage * Renewal / refurbishment of switch and crossings (S&C) * Renewal / refurbishment of level crossings * Rail milling * Procurement of materials and equipment In addition to the above, Suppliers will also be required to have the capability to undertake work to associated railway assets including signalling, telecoms and civils/structures as part of permanent way projects. Work will be delivered on a design-and-build or build-only approach, and suppliers will also be required to undertake early contractor involvement (ECI) It is anticipated that a standalone framework for minor Permanent Way works will be procured separately, utilising the NEC's Term Service Contract (TSC). A separate pre-market engagement exercise will be carried out for this framework. Key Features / Requirements * Suppliers will be required to maintain an excellent standard of health, safety and environmental performance through proactive leadership and assurance * Suppliers will be required to deliver value for money, including a Framework requirement to demonstrate both benchmarking and efficiencies over the life of the Framework * Delivery of construction work in blockades over the Christmas period and other bank holidays are anticipated * Suppliers will be required to deliver against social value targets to deliver a positive lasting legacy for the rail industry in Northern Ireland. This will be assessed at tender stage. * Suppliers will be required to utilise the Rail Method of Measurement (RMM) when producing cost estimates and tender submissions * Suppliers will be expected to undertake a range of framework-management activities including regular reporting, forecasting of spend and resource requirements and attendance at framework-level meetings * Supplier performance will be monitored using contract performance measures (CPMs) at both project and framework-level, with a range of performance mechanisms utilised to incentivise positive performance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018730-2022 |
| Notice type | Planning 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 | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | 14 Aug 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45234129 - Urban railway track construction works

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2022 at 10:19 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018730-2022

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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