Scope
Description
Survey Data Enhancements: This workstream is required to provide the strategic survey data platform, providing a consistent front end for all survey data. The data stored on the existing survey data platform(s) will be migrated if necessary, and data types will be widened to ensure all relevant survey data is accessible through the strategic platform. The workstream's scope includes:
[DDaT] Design and implement the selected solution for the strategic survey data platform.
[DDaT] Provide the required software licenses for the current and anticipated user requirements.
[DDaT] Implement a process for adding new data sets to the Survey Data Portal, including automated assessments to ensure that the data meets the defined 'survey quality' standard.
[Technical Authority] Migrate relevant users to the strategic platform.
[DDaT] Migrate relevant datasets to the strategic platform through an agreed process.
[DDaT] Decommission any redundant technologies replaced by the new programme deliverables.
[Technical Authority] Provide guidance for buyers of survey data on where and how to check for existing survey data and understand what it can be used for.
[DDaT] Implement any system interfaces / APIs required from the solution.
[DDaT] Integrate with the replacement for GeoRINM Viewer (GRV) to enable users to identify what survey data is available in the Survey Data Platform through geospatial data layers.
Complete the project delivery lifecycle with all required deliverables for each stage:
[DDaT] Scoping: Document the project initiation deliverables to detail the requirements and delivery plan for the project.
[DDaT] Design: Develop detailed design documents for the survey data portal and any integration required.
[DDaT] Development: Build and configure the new system(s) and integration(s) according to the design specifications.
[DDaT] Testing: Conduct thorough testing to ensure all developments function correctly and meet functional and non-functional requirements.
[DDaT] Deployment: Implement the solutions into production and decommission any redundant technologies.
[Technical Authority] Training: Provide training to relevant users on the new capabilities delivered.
[DDaT] Technical Support: Establish a technical support framework to maintain the survey data platform and any relevant applications and integrations developed.
[Asset Information Services] Business Support: Establish a business support framework to manage access requests and any other required operational activities in Business as Usual (BAU).
Total value (estimated)
- £1,300,000 excluding VAT
- £1,560,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 5 January 2026 to 4 January 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 48613000 - Electronic data management (EDM)
- 72322000 - Data management services
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
Engagement
Engagement deadline
2 July 2025
Engagement process description
Network Rail may be looking to tender this requirement in the near future, any potential tender event in relation to this requirement may be issued via:
Find a Tender Service - https://www.gov.uk/find-tender
Crown Commercial Services Framework - https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/information-for-buyers-and-suppliers/
Network Rail Technology - Supplier Qualification System (SQS), via the Network Rail procurement platform - BravoNR, under one of the following categories:
• Supplier Qualification System - Software as a Service;
• Supplier Qualification System - Learning and Knowledge Management
The SQS has been established to provide a single platform for suppliers to register against multiple technology specific categories. Qualification will negate the need for a supplier to complete Network Rail's mandatory and discretionary questions every time they are invited to participate in a competitive process. Registered and qualified suppliers on the SQS can be considered by Network Rail for contract opportunities without further notification of requirements published via Find a Tender Service.
If you wish to be invited to any potential tender opportunity in relation to this requirement then please refer to the link and instructions below which contains documents that provides detail on:
• How to register an account for BravoNR
• An overview of the Technology - Supplier Qualification System
• The instructions on how to register and qualify for the SQS and select technology categories
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 "Geospatial Survey Data Enhancement Pre Market Engagement".
Please note any discussions which do occur will cease immediately should a formal competition ultimately be announced. Network Rail is committed to ensuring fairness, openness and transparency, and to following UK procurement regulations. The Periodic Indicative Notice is issued solely for the purpose of conducting pre-procurement market engagement via a request for information and does not constitute any commitment to undertake any procurement in the future. Interested parties will not be prejudiced by any response or failure to respond to the PIN event and a response to this PIN does not guarantee any invitation to participate in this event or any future procurement.
This PIN does not constitute a call for competition to procure any services, supplies or works mentioned in this PIN and Network Rail will not accept any proposals offered in response to this PIN. Network Rail is not liable for any costs, fees, or expenses incurred by any party in replying to or attending any PIN event. Any procurement of any services, supplies or works by Network Rail will be carried out strictly in accordance with the provisions of the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2023.
Should you wish to respond to this RFI please complete the attached document titled "Geospatial Survey Data Enhancement RFI Submission Template", this can be accessed via the link and 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: Geospatial Survey Data Enhancement RFI".
3. Click on the attachment - "Geospatial Survey Data Enhancement RFI Submission Template"
Once completed please send your submission document via email as attachment to victoria.rampton@networkrail.co.uk with the email subject "Geospatial Survey Data Enhancement RFI". The response deadline for this PIN is the 2nd July 2025 at 5pm
Network Rail would like to thank you in advance should you wish to respond to this Request for Information
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