Scope
Description
This project is for a single partner to provide data centre infrastructure services (DCIS).
The scope of the contract covers services needed to support NRIL's data centre infrastructure hosted within data centers, LAN/Edge compute rooms and Cloud Platforms. It includes networks (LAN and WAN), platforms, mainframe, servers, specified applications including tools and services required to effectively operate the infrastructure.
Total value (estimated)
- £185,000,000 excluding VAT
- £222,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 4 January 2027 to 3 January 2034
- 7 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72222300 - Information technology services
- 72222000 - Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
16 June 2025
Engagement process description
Suppliers are required to complete the online survey within the UK2 Preliminary Pre Market Engagement document.
Please refer to the updated oppotunity listing link in order to complete the survey: - https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=58341
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
17 September 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
Contact name: Sonia Diosee
Email: sonia.diosee@networkrail.co.uk
Website: https://www.networkrail.co.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government