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title: "Annual SCRIM and SCANNER Surveys on the Transport for London Road Network (TLRN)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a8e1"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR LONDON"
published: "2025-10-06"
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# Annual SCRIM and SCANNER Surveys on the Transport for London Road Network (TLRN)

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a8e1

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## Summary

Transport for London (TfL), a central government public authority, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for conducting two annual surveys on the Transport for London Road Network (TLRN). The surveys involve a Sideways-Force Coefficient Routine Investigation Machine (SCRIM) survey and a Surface Condition Assessment of the National Network of Roads (SCANNER) survey. This procurement, initiated on 6th October 2025, is slated for a contract period starting from 25th August 2026 to 24th August 2029, with a potential extension to 24th August 2031. Interested parties must register their interest by 20th October 2025, contacting Hannah Hinchliffe at TfL’s headquarters in London. The industry category for this tender falls under services, specifically focusing on surface surveying and road-inspection services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in road surfacing and inspection services to establish a long-term contract with TfL. Companies that provide advanced skilful assessments of road conditions, particularly those adept in using SCRIM and SCANNER technologies, will find this procurement particularly well-suited to their expertise. With a 36-month contract duration and optional extensions, successful bidders can benefit from sustained business growth and enhanced reputation through association with a high-profile client like TfL. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) demonstrating proficiency in these services are especially encouraged to participate, ensuring a diverse and competitive bidding environment.

## Notice

This contract is for the provision of two annual surveys to support investment decisions on Transport for London Road Network (TLRN): a) A provider of annual Sideways-Force Coefficient Routine Investigation Machine (SCRIM) survey to identify areas of poor skid resistance on the TLRN; and b) A provider of annual Surface Condition Assessment of the National Network of Roads (SCANNER) survey to assess the road profile and any deformation issues on the TLRN. The anticipated duration of the contract is 36 months with an option to extend by up to 24 months. TfL reserves the right to cancel or terminate this procurement at TfL's discretion and without liability to any applicant. The SCRIM Survey shall be carried out in accordance with the Highways England Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) CS 228 Skidding Resistance (formerly HD 28/15), the Transport for London Skid Resistance Policy. The SCANNER Survey shall be carried out in accordance with the latest version of the SCANNER User Guide and Specification (Volumes 1 to 5) published by the UK Roads Board. The network to be surveyed comprises of Mainline (Dual and Single carriageway) sections and Slip Road sections.

### Planning Information

To register your interest please submit a maximum of 2 pages to hannahhinchliffe@tfl.gov.uk detailing your company name, contact details and experience. Please also confirm your interest for SCRIM, SCANNER or both surveys.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062580-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Aug 2026 - 24 Aug 2029 |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| 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 | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71353000 - Surface surveying services
- 71631480 - Road-inspection services

## Release History

- 6 Oct 2025 at 14:16 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062580-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062580-2025
  6th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://tfl.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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