--- title: "GWR Property Construction Consultancy Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068b93" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068b93" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068b93.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068b93.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED" published: "2026-04-27" --- # GWR Property Construction Consultancy Framework Buyer: FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068b93 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068b93) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068b93.json) ## Summary First Greater Western Limited is conducting a tender for the "GWR Property Construction Consultancy Framework," aimed at establishing a consultancy framework for property and construction services. The active procurement process uses a competitive flexible procedure and includes both selective mini-competitions and direct awards across seven lots. This tender focuses on transport systems consultancy and railway engineering services, impacting several regions in the United Kingdom including UKI, UKJ, UKK, and UKL. Key dates include an expression of interest deadline on 1 June 2026, an enquiry period ending on 25 May 2026, and the anticipated start date for contracts on 5 October 2026. The framework, valued at £16,128,000, allows for extensions of up to two years beyond the initial two-year term. This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in transport systems consultancy, railway engineering, and infrastructure works. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, especially those with strong technical abilities and financial capacity. The framework invites qualified suppliers to compete in mini-competitions, ensuring fair and transparent procurement with evaluation weightings varying from 10% to 90% for both technical and commercial aspects, depending on project complexity. Businesses capable of delivering bespoke solutions in these specialised areas can leverage this framework to collaborate with Greater Western Railway, thereby expanding their market presence and contributing to the railway sector's development in several key UK regions. ## Notice This procurement process is being advertised and run by First Greater Western Limited on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of Great Western Railway. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT OLR Holdings Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport. The date for transfer of the current operations to the successor operator is not yet confirmed. Where the transfer is completed before contract award under this procurement process, the successor operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this procurement process in place of First Greater Western Limited, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with this notice and all other procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the successor operator. Bidders should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be effected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme. Framework: Services will be called off under a bespoke consultancy framework agreement and will be awarded via mini-competitions or direct award. Spend across lots may increase or decrease over time due to changes in requirements, budget availability, or strategic priorities. GWR will reserve the right to allocate spend flexibly across lots as needed. The framework is intended to provide a compliant route to market; however, no supplier is guaranteed any volume of work, value of spend, or number of call-offs during the framework term. Call-Off Tenders: Once appointed, framework suppliers will be invited to compete for individual projects through mini-competitions. Each mini-competition will include a defined scope, pricing schedule, and specific evaluation criteria. Direct Award will be permitted across all Lots, where in line with the framework buying process, including circumstances where Lot 6 is applicable. Evaluation weightings for Technical and Commercial submissions will vary depending on the complexity and nature of the project, typically within the following ranges: * Technical: 10% - 90% * Commercial: 10% - 90% The applicable weighting for each mini-competition will be clearly stated in the call-off documentation. Call-off contracts will be awarded under the bespoke framework agreement. This process ensures a fair, transparent, and flexible framework that maintains competitive tension while achieving the best balance of quality and value for money across all works. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Project Design Architect & Principal Designer (APA/BAPA) Civil & Structural Works Engineer Civil/Structural (or other discipline) as Lead Consultant & Principal Designer Mechanical & Electrical Engineer M&E Engineer as Lead Consultant & Principal Designer Architect & Principal Designer (Minor Projects - Landlord's Consent) Spend across lots may increase or decrease over time due to changes in requirements, budget availability, or strategic priorities. GWR will reserve the right to allocate spend flexibly across lots as needed. Options: Due to the varying nature and complexity of projects procured through this framework, the scope of individual call offs may differ slightly from the overarching Scope of Works. These variations will reflect the specific requirements of each project. Full and final details of the scope, deliverables, and any applicable options will be provided at the call off stage in accordance with the framework buying process Renewal: The Framework will run for an initial core term of 2 years, with the option to extend for up to 2 years, in up to 1-year increments at a time. Lot 2 - SISS Engineer SISS Engineer/Specialist. Spend across lots may increase or decrease over time due to changes in requirements, budget availability, or strategic priorities. GWR will reserve the right to allocate spend flexibly across lots as needed. The framework is intended to provide a compliant route to market; however, no supplier is guaranteed any volume of work, value of spend, or number of call-offs during the framework term. Options: Due to the varying nature and complexity of projects procured through this framework, the scope of individual call offs may differ slightly from the overarching Scope of Works. These variations will reflect the specific requirements of each project. Full and final details of the scope, deliverables, and any applicable options will be provided at the call off stage in accordance with the framework buying process Renewal: The Framework will run for an initial core term of 2 years, with the option to extend for up to 2 years, in up to 1-year increments at a time. Lot 3 - Contract Administrator Contract Administrator (CA) Employer's Agent (EA) Spend across lots may increase or decrease over time due to changes in requirements, budget availability, or strategic priorities. GWR will reserve the right to allocate spend flexibly across lots as needed. The framework is intended to provide a compliant route to market; however, no supplier is guaranteed any volume of work, value of spend, or number of call-offs during the framework term. Options: Due to the varying nature and complexity of projects procured through this framework, the scope of individual call offs may differ slightly from the overarching Scope of Works. These variations will reflect the specific requirements of each project. Full and final details of the scope, deliverables, and any applicable options will be provided at the call off stage in accordance with the framework buying process Renewal: The Framework will run for an initial core term of 2 years, with the option to extend for up to 2 years, in up to 1-year increments at a time. Lot 4 - QS/Cost Manager Cost Manager (QS role) Cost Manager & Contract Administrator Spend across lots may increase or decrease over time due to changes in requirements, budget availability, or strategic priorities. GWR will reserve the right to allocate spend flexibly across lots as needed. The framework is intended to provide a compliant route to market; however, no supplier is guaranteed any volume of work, value of spend, or number of call-offs during the framework term. Options: Due to the varying nature and complexity of projects procured through this framework, the scope of individual call offs may differ slightly from the overarching Scope of Works. These variations will reflect the specific requirements of each project. Full and final details of the scope, deliverables, and any applicable options will be provided at the call off stage in accordance with the framework buying process Renewal: The Framework will run for an initial core term of 2 years, with the option to extend for up to 2 years, in up to 1-year increments at a time. Lot 5 - Infrastructure & Design, Design & Signalling Engineer & Principal Designer Mechanical & Electrical Engineer Signalling & Infrastructure Engineer Spend across lots may increase or decrease over time due to changes in requirements, budget availability, or strategic priorities. GWR will reserve the right to allocate spend flexibly across lots as needed. The framework is intended to provide a compliant route to market; however, no supplier is guaranteed any volume of work, value of spend, or number of call-offs during the framework term. Options: Due to the varying nature and complexity of projects procured through this framework, the scope of individual call offs may differ slightly from the overarching Scope of Works. These variations will reflect the specific requirements of each project. Full and final details of the scope, deliverables, and any applicable options will be provided at the call off stage in accordance with the framework buying process Renewal: The Framework will run for an initial core term of 2 years, with the option to extend for up to 2 years, in up to 1-year increments at a time. Lot 6 - Ad-Hoc Consultancy Services & Minor Works Delivery up to PS75k Property & Stations + Depots - Ad hoc Consultancy Services & Minor Works Spend across lots may increase or decrease over time due to changes in requirements, budget availability, or strategic priorities. GWR will reserve the right to allocate spend flexibly across lots as needed. The framework is intended to provide a compliant route to market; however, no supplier is guaranteed any volume of work, value of spend, or number of call-offs during the framework term. Options: Due to the varying nature and complexity of projects procured through this framework, the scope of individual call offs may differ slightly from the overarching Scope of Works. These variations will reflect the specific requirements of each project. Full and final details of the scope, deliverables, and any applicable options will be provided at the call off stage in accordance with the framework buying process Renewal: The Framework will run for an initial core term of 2 years, with the option to extend for up to 2 years, in up to 1-year increments at a time. Lot 7 - Clerk of Works & Technical Guardian Clerk of Works Technical Guardian Spend across lots may increase or decrease over time due to changes in requirements, budget availability, or strategic priorities. GWR will reserve the right to allocate spend flexibly across lots as needed. The framework is intended to provide a compliant route to market; however, no supplier is guaranteed any volume of work, value of spend, or number of call-offs during the framework term. Options: Due to the varying nature and complexity of projects procured through this framework, the scope of individual call offs may differ slightly from the overarching Scope of Works. These variations will reflect the specific requirements of each project. Full and final details of the scope, deliverables, and any applicable options will be provided at the call off stage in accordance with the framework buying process Renewal: The Framework will run for an initial core term of 2 years, with the option to extend for up to 2 years, in up to 1-year increments at a time. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038020-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 25 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Oct 2026 - 4 Oct 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £16,128,000 | | Lots value | £16,128,000 | | 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 | FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED | | Locality | WILTSHIRE | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN1 1HL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Swindon South | | Delivery location | TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services - 71311230 - Railway engineering services - 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services ## Release History - 27 Apr 2026 at 12:03 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038020-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038020-2026 27th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://s2c-uk62.waxdigital.com/FirstGroupPlc/DisplayModules/TradeModules/Negotiations/Opportunities/ViewOpportunityEvent.aspx?EventID=5047&Culture=en-GB Registration of interest (access to documents) Please follow this link to register your interest and gain access to the tender documentation. 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