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title: "Scotland's Railway Lineside Framework Supplier/SME Engagement Event"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04acbf"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD"
published: "2024-10-16"
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# Scotland's Railway Lineside Framework Supplier/SME Engagement Event

Buyer: NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04acbf

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## Summary

Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd is preparing for the procurement of a Lineside Framework for Tree and Vegetation Management and boundary renewals under the industry category of tree-cutting services. This planned procurement involves an event titled "Scotland's Railway Lineside Framework Supplier/SME Engagement Event" scheduled for Thursday, 24th October 2024, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM at The Studio, 67 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 6AE. This framework is particularly focused on category 2, aimed at Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs), covering four boundaries in Scotland with three suppliers each. Businesses must confirm attendance by Tuesday, 22nd October 2024, via the BRAVO platform.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for SMEs to engage in the railway industry's vegetation management sector, providing valuable services such as tree-cutting, tree-clearing, and erection of fencing. Businesses specialising in agricultural, forestry, horticultural, and environmental services stand to benefit significantly. The framework enables up to 12 suppliers to participate across different regions, fostering competitiveness and growth. The engagement event will address SME requirements for working lineside, the procurement process, and post-contract expectations, making it a valuable session for businesses looking to expand their operations within Scotland.

## Notice

Scotland's Railway will soon be commencing procurement of a Lineside Framework for Tree and Vegetation Management (Clearance & Maintenance) and boundary renewals. The Framework will be split into two distinct categories and this event is focused on category 2 which is an exciting opportunity, particularly for Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) as the intention is to split this category into 4 boundaries (3 suppliers in each) to support our delivery units across Scotland. This will provide a great opportunity for up to 12 suppliers to get on to the Framework. Ahead of procurement beginning later this year, Network Rail will be holding a Supplier Engagement Event where SMEs and other interested suppliers can find out more about this opportunity, including; The importance of SME involvement in Lineside Vegetation What is required to work Lineside in the Railway industry Overview of the Procurement process - an SME friendly approach What to expect Post Contract if successful Opportunity for questions and to feedback on the proposed strategies. Network Rail intends to hold this in-person at the following time and location: Thursday 24th October 2024 at 3:30pm - 5pm. The Studio, 67 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 6AE Interested parties are invited to confirm attendance via the BRAVO platform (https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk) by 12noon on Tuesday 22nd October 2024. Should you experience any issues with Bravo, please contact Lyle.Musuraca@networkrail.co.uk. Please note that spaces are limited to one representative from each business. Invite links will then be sent - to everyone that has registered via BRAVO - by close of business on Tuesday 22nd October, ahead of the call on the Thursday.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Indicative only: A geographical region of Scotland to cover de-vegetation and boundary renewals. Additional information: Attendance to be logged via Bravo NR.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033348-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 16 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 6 Dec 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8SW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 45342000 - Erection of fencing
- 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 77211300 - Tree-clearing services
- 77211400 - Tree-cutting services
- 77211500 - Tree-maintenance services
- 90700000 - Environmental services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2024 at 11:40 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033348-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://www.networkrail.co.uk/

## Provenance

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