Scope
Description
Network Rail has a business and legislative requirement to calculate gauge clearances to all currently cleared rolling stock and freight gauges, that enables efficient capability and risk management. There are also additional requirements to analyse for additional rolling stock, out of gauge loads and track design for renewals and maintenance.
The current NR gauging clearance ecosystem is comprised of three applications. A single system is sought that will satisfy all requirements, be simpler to use and more economical to support and maintain.
Total value (estimated)
- £750,000 excluding VAT
- £900,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2028
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72212460 - Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software development services
- 72212100 - Industry specific software development services
- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Engagement
Engagement deadline
2 May 2025
Engagement process description
Should you wish to respond to this RFI please complete the document titled "Tight Clearance System - RFI Submission Template", this can be accessed via the link and instructions below.
Follow the link - https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
From the welcome screen, access the "View Current Opportunities" link and select "Pre-Market Engagement: Tight Clearance System RFI ".
Click on the attachment - "Tight Clearance System - RFI Submission Template"
Once completed please send your submission document via email as attachment to victoria.rampton@networkrail.co.uk with the email subject "Tight Clearance System RFI". The response deadline for this PIN is the 2nd May 2025 at 5pm
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
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: Victoria Rampton
Email: victoria.rampton@networkrail.co.uk
Website: https://www.networkrail.co.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government