Scope
Description
Civils examinations within Network Rail refer to the inspection, examination and reporting of structural assets to ensure the safety, reliability, and longevity of railway infrastructure. These examinations help identify defects, monitor structural integrity, and determine necessary maintenance or repair works to prevent failures and ensure continued safe operation of the rail network. The framework's scope, which will cover critical infrastructure, including bridges, culverts, retaining walls, coastal and estuary defences, underwater structures, and tunnels.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £113,000,000 excluding VAT
- £135,600,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2034
- 8 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
Contract locations
- UKL - Wales
- PL5 - South-Western
- UKI - London
Engagement
Engagement deadline
31 March 2025
Engagement process description
CEFA Structures Framework Renewal Supplier Engagement Day - 14th March Swindon Steam Museum
We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Supplier Engagement Event as we prepare for the renewal of the Civils Examination Structures Framework. This engagement session is a key opportunity for suppliers to gain insight into the framework's scope, which will cover critical infrastructure, including bridges, culverts, retaining walls, coastal and estuary defences, underwater structures, and tunnels. As we shape the next iteration of the framework, we are keen to engage with the market, understand supplier capabilities, and explore innovations that can drive efficiency, resilience, and sustainability. Join us to learn more about the procurement approach and how you can be part of this essential framework supporting the UK's infrastructure.
Civils examinations within Network Rail refer to the inspection, examination and reporting of structural assets to ensure the safety, reliability, and longevity of railway infrastructure. These examinations help identify defects, monitor structural integrity, and determine necessary maintenance or repair works to prevent failures and ensure continued safe operation of the rail network.
The event will take place on the 14th March between 1pm and 3pm at Swindon Steam Museum (address below) - Please note we have a limit of 120 at this event.
Parking is available in the adjacent outlet centre car park, Steam Museum staff will issue delegates with a QR code which will enable free exit from the car park.
Please ensure you respond to this by the 28th February. If we find we are over the event limit we will look to reduce the number of attendees by supplier. If you have any questions prior to the event please email lily-may.roberts@networkrail.co.uk
STEAM - Museum of the
Great Western Railway
Fire Fly Avenue
Swindon
SN2 2EY
Please fill out the below form to confirm attendance
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
31 May 2025
Procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Contracting authority
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNZN-9524-VCQJ
Waterloo General Office
London
SE1 8SW
United Kingdom
Email: lily-may.roberts@networkrail.co.uk
Website: https://www.networkrail.co.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government