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title: "AIVR Image Capture"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064d15"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)"
published: "2026-02-16"
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# AIVR Image Capture

Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064d15

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## Summary

Transport for Wales Rail Limited has engaged in a procurement process concerning the contract titled "AIVR Image Capture," which falls under the industry category of surveillance and security systems. Located in Pontypridd, Wales, this public authority operates as a sub-central government entity. The tender process, initiated through direct award, involves the procurement of an image capture system aimed at enhancing route assessment efficiency and safety. The procurement process is currently in the award update stage, with the contract period set from 24 February 2026 to 23 February 2028. The total gross value of the award is £721,008 GBP, with a completion date for the standstill period on 20 February 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced image capture and machine learning technology. The procurement method prioritises compatibility and innovation, making it highly suitable for SMEs like One Big Circle Ltd, involved as the supplier. Businesses with expertise in surveillance systems could leverage this contract to expand their reach within the rail industry. The direct award approach ensures the effective acquisition of a unique solution, providing a competitive edge to businesses that can offer specialised technology solutions compliant with industry standards such as GDPR. Businesses capable of integrating cutting-edge machine learning capabilities and ensuring technical efficiency will find substantial growth possibilities through this procurement.

## Notice

Transparency notice for AIVR Image Capture.AIVR is an image capture product and consists of 5 x portable AIVR go cameras and 3 x hardwired cameras on and underneath TfW's class 153 fleet.Upon capture this footage is then stored and accessible in a central portal for review and utilises machine learning to ensure any personal information is fully GDPR compliant.This ultimately allows for remote route assessment without the need to access the track on foot or in cab, making the process far quicker and more efficient, and providing significant safety benefit.

### Procurement Information

The only viable means of acquiring a product that delivers image capture and machine learning capabilities to assess lineside equipment and condition is via One Big Circle , the sole owner of this product. No alternative suppliers can provide a n equivalent product that meets the technical, operational, and compatibility requirements of the AIVR product. In accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, a Direct Award is permitted where competition is absent for technical reasons and where no reasonable alternative or substitute exists. In this instance, the requirement for a like -for-like product , capable of seamless integratio n without disproportionate cost, delay, or technical risk, means that competition cannot be meaningfully achieved. TfWR is therefore satisfied that the conditions for a Direct Award under the Procurement Act 2023 are met, and that this procurement route repr esents the only lawful, proportionate, and effective means of securing the required product within the necessary timescales.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013706-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £600,840 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRANSPORT FOR WALES RAIL LIMITED (UTILITY BUYER) |
| Locality | PONTYPRIDD |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF37 4TH |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Pontypridd Town |
| Westminster constituency | Pontypridd |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ONE BIG CIRCLE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2026 at 09:58 - AwardUpdate - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013706-2026
- 11 Feb 2026 at 10:51 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012268-2026
- 10 Feb 2026 at 16:08 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012082-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013706-2026
  16th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012268-2026
  11th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012082-2026
  10th February 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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