--- title: "North and East Digital Twin" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d4ed" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d4ed" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d4ed.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d4ed.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED" published: "2026-04-13" --- # North and East Digital Twin Buyer: NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d4ed [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d4ed) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d4ed.json) ## Summary Network Rail Infrastructure Limited is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for a Software as a Service (SaaS) digital twin platform, titled "North and East Digital Twin," aimed at enhancing rail asset management. This procurement process is focused on IT services related to consulting, software development, and support, with a specific interest in industry-specific software and analytical solutions. The project involves integrating real-time and historical data into a single user-friendly interface to facilitate predictive, data-driven infrastructure maintenance. The procurement will include hosting on a UK-based cloud service, preferably Network Rail's Azure environment, and compliance with stringent cybersecurity standards. The contract, valued at £2.25 million net or £2.7 million gross, is set to commence on 28 February 2027, with submissions for supplier proposals due by 7 May 2026. This tender presents significant business opportunities for IT service providers, particularly those specialising in digital twin platforms, geospatial data visualisation, IoT integration, and advanced analytics solutions. It is particularly suitable for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) capable of offering modular SaaS solutions that enhance predictive maintenance capabilities through APIs and data management solutions. Suppliers with strong capabilities in cybersecurity compliance, cloud hosting services, and the ability to accommodate unlimited users on a subscription basis will likely find this procurement advantageous for business growth. This contract allows businesses to leverage their technical support services, user management expertise, and innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of Network Rail Infrastructure Limited. ## Notice Network Rail's North and East Route intends to procure a proven, commercially available Software as a Service (SaaS) digital twin platform to support rail asset management. The aim is to aggregate disparate data sources into a single, user-friendly interface, enabling multi-discipline collaboration and supporting a more predictive, data-driven approach to maintaining the railway infrastructure. The procurement will cover: A web-based digital twin SaaS solution capable of visualising geospatial asset data, integrating real-time and historic data from sensors, condition monitoring devices, and IoT sources, and supporting advanced analytics such as asset health modelling, degradation prediction, and intervention planning. Development of application programming interfaces (APIs) and associated data management solutions to enable secure, scalable integration with existing Network Rail systems, ensuring data longevity and interoperability. Hosting and security: The solution should be hosted on a UK-based cloud service, preferably within Network Rail's Azure environment, and support Microsoft Entra single sign-on (SSO). Compliance with Network Rail's information and cyber security standards, as well as relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR), is mandatory. User access: The platform must allow access for all Network Rail staff and authorised contractors at no additional cost, with robust user management and permissions. Technical support and service levels: The supplier will be required to provide technical support, defined response times for outages, and ensure system performance meets agreed loading times. The solution should be modular, allowing Network Rail to select features as required, and support an unlimited number of users on a monthly subscription basis. Suppliers are encouraged to demonstrate the full capabilities of their solutions, even if not all requirements are met, and to propose cost-effective approaches, particularly where hosting is on Network Rail's Azure environment. ### Planning Information Responding to this Notice is an excellent opportunity to engage, share relevant information and provide feedback. Should you wish to respond to this Notice please follow the instructions below: 1) Accessing the documents: a. Follow the link: https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html b. From the welcome screen, access the “View Current Opportunities” link and select “North and East Digital Twin”. Login is not required. c. The released documents will be at the bottom of the page in the attachments section. 2) Suppliers are requested to review the draft requirements and prepare a proposal document that addresses all the elements of the requirements document, and how your solution demonstrates meeting those, including but not limited to: a. Demonstration of capability b. Implementation of data architecture c. Cyber security compliance d. Testimonials from clients e. Indicative costs i. Licensing model (including support) aligned to the requirements document 1. Providing a breakdown of costs against capabilities. ii. Implementation iii. Reduced costs where the solution is hosted on Network Rail Azure f. Note: While a supplier’s product may not meet every requirement, it is essential to have a clear understanding of its full capabilities. 3) All supplier proposals should be emailed to Humza Tayyab (Humza.Tayyab@networkrail.co.uk) no later than Thursday, 7th May 2026 at 17:00hrs. Any questions or clarifications in respect of this notice, should only be addressed to Humza.Tayyab@networkrail.co.uk. Network Rail would like to thank you in advance should you wish to respond to this Notice. Upon receiving your completed proposal, we will review all responses and may contact you for further information if necessary. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033109-2026 | | 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, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 7 May 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 Feb 2027 - 28 Feb 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,250,000 | | 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 | NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 71354100 - Digital mapping services - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 72212100 - Industry specific software development services - 72212200 - Networking, Internet and intranet software development services - 72212211 - Platform interconnectivity software development services - 72212300 - Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software development services - 72212461 - Analytical or scientific software development services - 72212600 - Database and operating software development services - 72222300 - Information technology services - 72320000 - Database services - 72322000 - Data management services - 72514000 - Computer facilities management services ## Release History - 13 Apr 2026 at 09:20 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033109-2026 - 19 Mar 2026 at 10:43 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025027-2026 - 19 Mar 2026 at 10:32 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025014-2026 - 7 Nov 2025 at 15:55 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072155-2025 - 28 Oct 2025 at 10:49 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068850-2025 - 28 Oct 2025 at 10:31 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068836-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033109-2026 13th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025027-2026 19th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025014-2026 19th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072155-2025 7th November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068850-2025 28th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068836-2025 28th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.networkrail.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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