---
title: "Framework Agreement for the manufacture and supply of concrete bearers"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a597"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED"
published: "2026-05-27"
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# Framework Agreement for the manufacture and supply of concrete bearers

Buyer: NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a597

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## Summary

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited, a prominent public authority in the central government, is in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "Framework Agreement for the manufacture and supply of concrete bearers." This tender, categorized under the goods industry and specifically related to concrete sleepers, is located in London, United Kingdom, and is expected to commence in 2027, with a contract duration until 2032. The framework agreement is valued at £13.32 million gross and is part of the utilities' special regime, indicating the procurement's significance. The planning notice was published on 27th May 2026, with a future notice date scheduled for 29th July 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specializing in manufacturing and supplying concrete bearers, with a considerable contract value up for grabs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-positioned to benefit from this procurement due to its suitability under the framework agreement. Companies with expertise in the production of sleepers or related concrete products have the potential to secure a long-term supply deal with Network Rail Infrastructure Limited, enhancing their market presence and contributing to sustainable growth.

## Notice

This is a Framework Agreement for the manufacture and supply of concrete bearers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049466-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 27 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2027 - 30 Mar 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34947100 - Sleepers

## Release History

- 27 May 2026 at 09:47 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049466-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049466-2026
  27th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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