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title: "FW098 Signalling and Telecoms Contractor Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-034fd3"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "TRANSLINK"
published: "2022-07-08"
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# FW098 Signalling and Telecoms Contractor Framework

Buyer: TRANSLINK  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-034fd3

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Translink, the public transport authority in Northern Ireland, which is planning to establish a Signalling and Telecoms Contractor Framework (FW098). The project, valued at over £150 million, aims to span a duration of 5-8 years and encompasses works related to railway signalling. Interested suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by contacting Translink before the tender period ends on 15th August 2022. The framework will include various project types, including enhancements and minor projects related to signalling and telecommunications within the Northern Ireland Railways network.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in railway infrastructure, particularly those with experience in signalling and telecoms projects. Businesses that meet the stringent requirements regarding health, safety, and environmental standards, and demonstrate capabilities in design, construction, and project management will be well-suited to compete. Additionally, suppliers focusing on delivering social value and showcasing cost efficiencies over the project's lifespan will be favourably regarded. This is a chance for qualified contractors to expand their operations in a thriving sector within the UK.

## 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 Signalling and Telecoms (S and T) 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 has set aside some time to engage with suitably qualified economic operators. If this is of interest please contact linda.brown@translink.co.uk

### Lot Information

Lot 1

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 Signalling and Telecoms (S and T) Contractor framework and would like to invite expressions of interest from suppliers with a proven record in the delivery of significant rail infrastructure projects. Key Framework Details The anticipated duration of the framework is 5-8 years, and the anticipated value of the framework is in excess of PS150 million. The NEC4 suite of contracts will be utilised. It is the intention that multiple suppliers will be appointed to the Framework, with work allocated either directly to framework suppliers or via secondary competition within the framework . Scope The scope for the Framework will be the delivery of S and T projects across a wide range of work types, including the following: * Enhancement projects related to S and T * Resignalling * Renewal / upgrade of level crossings * Projects related to the Northern Ireland Route Operating Centre (NIROC ) * Minor S and T projects * Procurement of materials and equipment Suppliers will also be required to have the capability to undertake S and T design and deliver ancillary civils works as part of S and T 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). 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/018731-2022 |
| 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

- 45234115 - Railway signalling works

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2022 at 10:19 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018731-2022

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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