Scope
Description
This procurement is for the cloud storage and data transmission services specifically for the output generated by the PANDAS V (Pantograph Damage Assessment System - Visual) equipment. This equipment is being installed on a portion of the LNER fleet to monitor the condition of overhead line (OLE) infrastructure.
The PANDAS V system, developed and supplied by Transmission Dynamics (TD), includes integrated hardware and software components that generate image and associated data related to OHL conditions. The cloud storage and data transmission services are an integral part of the complete PANDASV solution, designed and configured by Transmission Dynamics to seamlessly manage and deliver the data captured by their proprietary equipment.
The data generated by the PANDASV system requires specific handling and integration with the system's analytics and reporting capabilities, which are unique to Transmission Dynamics' solution. Network Rail, who are the primary beneficiary of this data, already utilise Transmission Dynamics' PANDASV system and its associated data management infrastructure. To ensure seamless integration, data integrity, and compatibility with Network Rail's existing systems and workflows, it is necessary to procure the cloud storage and data transmission services from Transmission Dynamics.
This procurement is directly linked to the prior decision to implement the PANDAS V system, to align with existing systems on ECML, and due to its proven capability in OHL monitoring. The cloud storage and data transmission services are a necessary component to realise the benefits of the PANDAS V system.
Contract 1. LNER OLE Infrastructure Monitoring
Supplier
Contract value
- £2,141,393.10 excluding VAT
- £2,569,671.72 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
18 July 2025
Standstill period
- End: 29 July 2025
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
8 August 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 11 August 2025 to 10 August 2028
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72300000 - Data services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Special regime
Utilities
Supplier
Transmission Dynamics (JR Dynamics Ltd)
- Companies House: 03284935
1 Innovation Way, Northumberland Business Park
Northumberland
NE23 7FP
United Kingdom
Email: wsales@jrdltd.com
Region: UKC21 - Northumberland
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. LNER OLE Infrastructure Monitoring
Contracting authority
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNZN-9524-VCQJ
Waterloo General Office
London
SE1 8SW
United Kingdom
Email: james.akinwale@networkrail.co.uk
Website: https://www.networkrail.co.uk/
Region: UKI45 - Lambeth
Organisation type: Public authority - central government