UK5 - Transparency Notice Template
Key Details
Estimated Value
Not disclosed
Deadline
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified
Procurement Method
direct
CPV Code
50220000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment
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27
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Key requirements
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- Procedure
- Direct award
- Legal basis
- Procurement Act 2023
- CPV code
- 50220000 Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment
Description
Network Rail Infrastructure Limited intends to directly award a contract to enhance the positional accuracy across the entire Ultrasonic Testing Unit (UTU) fleet. The goal is to achieve consistent and reliable positioning across all UK railway lines and at all times of day. In addition to improving vehicle positioning, Network Rail Infrastructure Limited is also seeking to enhance the accuracy of track defect location data, enabling rail testers to navigate directly to the precise location of identified defects.
Who won
£4.8m · Awarded 6 Aug 2026 · Contract ends 31 Mar 2029 · Award notice ↗
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