--- title: "Tunnels Control & Management System" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051c4b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-051c4b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051c4b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051c4b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR LONDON" published: "2026-04-01" --- # Tunnels Control & Management System Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051c4b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-051c4b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051c4b.json) ## Summary Transport for London (TfL) is conducting a procurement process to replace and improve the Tunnels Control & Management System (TCMS) in London. This critical IT services contract, focusing on enhancing the safety and operability of road tunnels, falls under the industry category of IT services: consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The process is currently at the Tender stage with an open procurement method and a competitive flexible procedure. Interested parties should submit their tenders via the e-Tendering portal SAP Ariba, with the tender period closing on 12th May 2026. The contract, expected to commence on 5th November 2027 and extend for 13 years with a possible extension of up to 10 additional years, underscores the necessity for continued tunnel safety and efficient traffic management across London's network of 13 road tunnels. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with capabilities in incident management systems, network safety reporting, and software development. Companies adept in integrating advanced technology into critical infrastructure management will find this contract particularly advantageous for business growth. The procurement process, structured through a series of stages including an optional industry day and a best and final offer phase, provides a platform for businesses to showcase their innovative solutions and alignment with TfL's safety and operational requirements. With a strong emphasis on quality and strategic integration, firms with expertise in developing scalable, advanced technological systems that improve safety and communication in transport networks are well-suited to compete. ## Notice TfL is seeking to replace and improve the Tunnels Control and Management System ("TCMS"), to take advantage of advancements in technology. The TCMS is classed as a 'mission critical' system under the Security of Networks & Information Systems (NIS) Regulations and is essential for TfL to maintain required safety levels within the tunnels and road network including managing events or incidents that occur. Without the TCMS the tunnels would have to close. The TCMS will be critical for the detection and management of incidents including fire safety by controlling ventilation in the tunnels to manage fire smoke and facilitating self-evacuation of incident in tunnel bores. Additionally, the TCMS will assist TfL in facilitating incident responders, such as the emergency services, in performing their duties and functions. In order for TfL to meet its Highway Authority duties and legal obligations it needs a new and updated TCMS system. Specifically, the below features are required to enable TfL to perform its operating duties as the Highway Authority and Traffic Authority in respect of road user safety (main risks being fire and toxic spillages) and network performance. * The new system will ensure safety and mitigates disruption in road tunnels. * It must be capable of incident management, highlighting incidents, alarms and notifications to operator attention providing for automatic and manual incident management and User activity logging for an audit trail. * It will enable effective communications with the attending emergency services and other incident responders, which will enable TfL to play an effective role in mitigating safety and network disruption risks - it also communicates internally, allowing operators to better collaborate on traffic network management and improve traffic management performance. * It will collect safety information from London's Tunnels, including Fire Systems, CCTV, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and other safety control systems. * It will be responsible for various activities which are Network Information Systems (NIS) reportable. Additionally, the new TCMS system will enable the tunnel operator to assess when the tunnel systems are degraded to the point where pre-determined Minimum Operating Requirements (MOR) for a tunnel have been breached and the tunnel must be closed. It will control the fixed traffic management systems which will be used to safely close a tunnel in an emergency and for maintenance The TCMS is vital to enable TfL to perform its authority duties and obligations, particularly regarding the safety and operability of the 13 existing road tunnels on the Transport for London Road Network. The TCMS will monitor and control tunnel safety systems in the tunnels and the associated London Traffic Control Systems (LTRACS) on approximately 90km of approach roads. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: The contract will include provisions to integrate additional tunnels and to upgrade the system throughout its duration. Further details on these options will be provided at the Invitation To Tender (ITT) stage Renewal: A 13-year initial term with a maximum extension option of a further 10 years broken down in increments. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030207-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 12 May 2026 | | Future notice date | 7 Apr 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Nov 2027 - 4 Nov 2040 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £29,998,491 | | Lots value | £29,998,491 | | 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 | TRANSPORT FOR LONDON | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | East London | | Postcode | E20 1JN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham | | Local authority | Newham | | Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park | | Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 1 Apr 2026 at 09:52 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030207-2026 - 26 Feb 2026 at 12:06 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017258-2026 - 21 May 2025 at 18:06 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024379-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030207-2026 1st April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017258-2026 26th February 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024379-2025 21st May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://content.tfl.gov.uk/supplier-registration.pdf - https://s1-eu.ariba.com/Sourcing/Main/ad/selfRegistration?realm=TfL - https://service.ariba.com/Supplier.aw - https://support.ariba.com/Adapt/Ariba_Network_Supplier_Training - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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