---
title: "TVCA-PROC-0350 - Development of a feasibility study for the decarbonisation of the rail network in the Tees Valley."
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06055a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-04-13"
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# TVCA-PROC-0350 - Development of a feasibility study for the decarbonisation of the rail network in the Tees Valley.

Buyer: TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06055a

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## Summary

The Tees Valley Combined Authority has awarded a contract to Network Rail Infrastructure Limited for developing a feasibility study focusing on the decarbonisation of the rail network in the Tees Valley. This procurement falls under the services category and was completed through a direct award, with Network Rail serving as the asset owner. The contract's value is approximately £667,050, excluding VAT, and it commenced on 1st March 2026, though the signing was completed on 1st April 2026. Located in Darlington, under the jurisdiction of the UKC13 region, the Tees Valley Combined Authority operates as a sub-central government public authority.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses within the railway engineering and decarbonisation sectors to form potential partnerships with established entities like Network Rail Infrastructure Limited. Enterprises involved in railway technologies, environmental consultancy, and sustainable transportation methods are well-positioned to gain from this initiative by contributing expertise in innovative, green solutions for the rail industry. The study's focus on decarbonisation aligns with wider industry trends prioritising environmental sustainability, presenting growth avenues for businesses that can offer specialized services or products in this realm.

## Notice

Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA)(the 'Contracting Authority'), part of the Tees Valley Combined Authority Group, have awarded a contract to Network Rail Infrastructure Limited for the development of a feasibility study for the decarbonisation of the rail network in the Tees Valley. The commencement date of this contract was 1st March 2026, however there has been a delay with signing due to resource. The contract was signed on 1st April 2026.

### Procurement Information

Network Rail are the asset owner.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033385-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £667,050 |
| Contracts value | £667,050 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL2 1NJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Sadberge & Middleton St George |
| Westminster constituency | Stockton West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311230 - Railway engineering services

## Release History

- 13 Apr 2026 at 14:49 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033385-2026
- 2 Feb 2026 at 14:06 - AwardUpdate - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009001-2026
- 14 Jan 2026 at 12:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003067-2026
- 14 Jan 2026 at 10:05 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002962-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033385-2026
  13th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009001-2026
  2nd February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003067-2026
  14th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002962-2026
  14th January 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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