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title: "Best Practice Review of On-Track Machine and Plant Strategies Across European Railway's"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0569bc"
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# Best Practice Review of On-Track Machine and Plant Strategies Across European Railway's

Buyer: OFFICE OF RAIL AND ROAD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0569bc

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## Summary

The procurement process was initiated by the Office of Rail and Road, a central government public authority based in London, United Kingdom. The contract, entitled "Best Practice Review of On-Track Machine and Plant Strategies Across European Railway's", falls under the services category specifically targeting research consultancy services. The process moved from the tender stage, issued on 31st July 2025, to the award stage, finalised on 18th September 2025. The contract was awarded to FURRER + FREY GB LIMITED and is active as of 16th September 2025, with a scheduled completion date of 8th December 2025. The procurement was conducted through an open competition below the threshold, adhering to regulations under UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the research consultancy sector, particularly for those specializing in railway infrastructure and strategic frameworks. Companies operating as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could find this contract beneficial for growth, offering services that enhance value for money and strategic assessments. Engaging in such tenders aids businesses in expanding their experience portfolio, reinforcing their presence in the transport sector, and contributing to large-scale European railway projects.

## Notice

To identify how leading European rail infrastructure managers develop and implement long-term strategies for on-track machines (OTMs) and railway plant, including procurement, deployment, lifecycle planning, and efficiency optimisation. The review will identify best practices, strategic frameworks, and operational models that the ORR can consider when assessing the adequacy and value-for-money of Network Rail's own machine and plant strategy.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057739-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2025 - 8 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | £60,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £51,400 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OFFICE OF RAIL AND ROAD |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4QZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FURRER + FREY GB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2025 at 13:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057739-2025
- 31 Jul 2025 at 08:14 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044563-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057739-2025
  18th September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044563-2025
  31st July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3568
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-3569

## Notice URLs

- http://www.furrerfrey.ch
- https://orr.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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