Scope
Description
Network Rail have their own National SDH Network, managed by their Network Management Centre (NMC). The network allows Network Rail to carry and transmit voice, data, signalling and radio services to the operational railway for the support of safe train movements.
There are plans for a renewal and replacement of this network. However, this will take many years to complete. The SDH equipment is End of Life (EoL) / End of Support (EoS). As a result, standard Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) support and extended support is no longer available or has limited availability.
Network Rail is seeking information from qualified suppliers who can provide a comprehensive long term support arrangement for the National SDH Network. This includes Repair & Return of Alcatel SDH Transmission Equipment and equipment forming the Data Communication Network (DCN) for the SDH network, Remote Technical Support and Helpdesk Support (Level 3/Tier3).
Total value (estimated)
- £5,010,000 excluding VAT
- £6,012,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2029
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 50332000 - Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services
Engagement
Engagement deadline
9 May 2025
Engagement process description
For further information relating to the scope of this pre-market engagement and the submission process, please review the document titled "Pre-Market Engagement RFI - Fixed Telecoms Network Support" via the instructions below:
1. Follow the link - https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
2. From the welcome screen, access the "View Current Opportunities" link and select "Pre-Market Engagement RFI - Fixed Telecoms Network Support". Click on the PDF attachment titled "Pre-Market Engagement RFI - Fixed Telecoms Network Support".
Contracting authority
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNZN-9524-VCQJ
Waterloo General Office
London
SE1 8SW
United Kingdom
Contact name: Katherine Wilkie
Email: Katherine.Wilkie@networkrail.co.uk
Website: https://www.networkrail.co.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government