Scope
Reference
SR--PR-25-118
Description
The framework will support the efficient, consistent development, delivery, entry into service and handback of electrification elements that are key to the delivery of the decarbonisation programme in Scotland.
Network Rail intend to procure a framework that will appoint one (1) Contractor for the delivery of the overhead line electrification (Based on UK Master series), traction power, power and distribution, ancillaries & associated design works across Scotland. The procurement shall be awarded under a nil value NR30 Framework Commission Agreement.
The initial estimate of the value of works currently intended to be awarded under the Framework is approximately £300m over the effective period of the Framework.
Scotland's Railway has provided for a total Framework value of £450m, taking into account emerging works which are yet to be identified which may become necessary during the effective period.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 March 2027 to 29 February 2032
- Possible extension to 28 February 2035
- 8 years
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45234100 - Railway construction works
- 31321100 - Overhead power lines
- 45230000 - Construction work for pipelines, communication and power lines, for highways, roads, airfields and railways; flatwork
- 45232200 - Ancillary works for electricity power lines
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
Contract locations
- UKM - Scotland
Engagement
Engagement deadline
28 February 2026
Engagement process description
This is to provide advance notice of an upcoming supplier engagement event relating to the Scotland's Railway Electrification Framework.
A session will, be held at 1pm on Wednesday 18th February via teams, please note this will be recorded for those who cannot attend.
Interested parties should complete the questionnaire within bravo, by 5pm on Monday 16th February 2026. Please see below link to the bravo portal:
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
9 March 2026
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
Contact name: Nicola Macphail
Email: nicola.macphail@networkrail.co.uk
Website: https://www.networkrail.co.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government