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title: "Understanding Freight & Logistics: The Role of Local & Combined Authorities in the Development of Rail Freight Interchanges"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ddc9"
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# Understanding Freight & Logistics: The Role of Local & Combined Authorities in the Development of Rail Freight Interchanges

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR THE NORTH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ddc9

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## Summary

Transport for the North is currently in the tender stage of their procurement process, seeking consultancy services for a project titled "Understanding Freight & Logistics: The Role of Local & Combined Authorities in the Development of Rail Freight Interchanges." This procurement, located in the United Kingdom, falls under the industry categories of transport systems and research and development consultancy services. The open competition process has commenced, with the submission deadline slated for 5th December 2025. The tender's value is set at £36,000 gross (£30,000 net), with key dates indicating that the contract period will run from 1st January to 31st March 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transport consultancy and logistics research. The focus on rail freight interchanges denotes a niche area that could be well-suited for firms with expertise in transport systems consultancy and project management. The procurement method encourages competitive participation, presenting an open avenue for businesses that can demonstrate organisational capability and a deep understanding of project requirements. Firms that can effectively address criteria such as personnel capabilities, project understanding, decarbonisation strategies, and risk management stand to benefit significantly from engaging with this opportunity.

## Notice

Transport for the North wishes to appoint a Supplier to produce the next resource in the 'Understanding freight and logistics' series, the role of local and combined authorities in the development of rail freight interchanges. Further details of the contract can be found in the procurement documents. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Manchester:-Transport-systems-consultancy-services./475G3SXHA2 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/475G3SXHA2

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072441-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | £30,000 |
| 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 THE NORTH |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M2 5DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Nov 2025 at 14:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072441-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072441-2025
  10th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/475G3SXHA2
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Manchester:-Transport-systems-consultancy-services./475G3SXHA2
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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