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Published 14 Jan 2022, 22:45 GMT

Official UK procurement notice

CP7 Eastern Region Renewals and Minor Enhancements

Official notice

Authority: NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED (Central government)

Framework agreement5 lotsWorksCompetitive procedure with negotiationMax 2 lots to bidMax 2 lots per supplier
Framework ceiling (notional)£4,000,000,000total for 5 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue · 1 value update
Submissions closed 13 May 2022
Lots 5max 2 won per supplier · max 2 to bid

What is being bought5 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

Network Rail propose to procure renewals and minor enhancement adopting an integrated multi-discipline rail system approach that is flexible with a focus on productivity and passenger outcomes.

Network Rail has set 5 strategic focus areas – a railway system approach; capabilities; productivity; collaborative behaviours; and sustainability. All these focus areas support the Agile Client Eastern (ACE) Capital Delivery operating model. Further information on the ACE operating model can be found within the Procurement Documents.

Two Partnerships (North/South) will be created in the Eastern region. Key to their success will be aligned objectives and collaborative behaviours, where Network Rail will create competitive tension and adopt an incentivisation mechanism that will drive enhanced performance whilst fostering a culture of continuous improvement, quality driven outputs and delivering innovative solutions.

The partners can undertake works and/or services in relation to the scope of their Lot and in addition undertake those works as part of Work Orders led by other partners. For example, the Structures, Geotechnics and Buildings partner can undertake the Structures, Geotechnics and Buildings works associated with a Signalling or OLE Works Order.

In addition, where it provides value for money to do so for Network Rail, the partner may undertake works that are reasonably necessary to be supplied or installed contemporaneously with the Work Order. This could include but is not limited to the adjustment of Overhead Lines or track when undertaking a bridge replacement by a Lot 1 or 2 Structures, Geotechnics and Buildings partner.

The Framework terms and conditions will provide NR with the flexibility to request partners to undertake CP7 work bank projects in both the North and South partnership regions.

Network Rail is looking to appoint 14 construction partners to deliver the CP7 renewals and minor enhancement works across the Eastern Region. In addition, 5 secondary suppliers will also be appointed per Lot who sits outside the partnership. The partners will be appointed across 5 Lots as follows:-

Lot 1 Structures, Geotechnics & Buildings (North): 3 partners plus 1 secondary supplier

Lot 2 Structures, Geotechnics & Buildings (South): 3 partners plus 1 secondary supplier

Lot 3 Signalling and Telecoms North & South: 4 partners (2 per partnership region) plus 1 secondary supplier

Lot 4 Electrification & Power - Contact Systems North & South: 2 partners (1 per partnership region) plus 1 secondary supplier

Lot 5 Electrification & Power - Distribution and Plant North & South: 2 partners (1 per partnership region) plus 1 secondary supplier

The partners will be responsible for the design and construction works for the CP7 work bank for their respective Lot. The partners will be appointed via a Framework and a Partnering Agreement.

The partners may also be asked to undertake emergency works and services.

The Framework duration will be 5 years with an option to extend by a further 5 years with a 4-month mobilisation period and a further period to complete outstanding works.

The contract is divided into 5 Lots. Tenders may be submitted for a maximum of 2 Lots. The estimated total value of the Framework will be within the range of £3,500,000,000 to £4,000,000,000 for the 10-year duration.

CPV: Building construction work · Building installation work · Construction work · Construction work for buildings relating to railway transport · Construction work for railways and cable transport systems · High voltage installation work · Low-voltage installation work · Overhead line construction · Railway bridge construction work · Railway engineering services · Railway signalling works · Railway station construction work · +3 more

How this framework works

From the published notice
Places
up to 19 suppliers

Lots and requirements (5)Procurement structure

5 lots · all with a published value · a supplier may bid for at most 2 and win at most 2 of them

Every one of these 2 lots carries the same published figure, £850,000,000: it is the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each lot's own budget, and no share per lot is published. The cards below say ceiling above rather than repeat it.

Lot #1Structures, Geotechnics & Buildings (North)Renewalceiling above

Network Rail is looking to appoint construction partners to deliver the building & civils work bank. The scope of work type to be delivered includes but not limited to the following:-

Building/civils and associated mechanical and electrical works for: stations, depots, maintenance delivery units and lineside buildings

Structural works for: footbridges, overbridges, underbridges, tunnels, retaining walls and culverts

Geotechnic works for: earthwork cuttings and embankments, rock cuttings, drainage and piling.

The scope of works may also include Asbestos removal. Additional information: The lot value is for guidance only and is based on the projected spend for the 10 year framework duration.

Delivery: UK · Anglia, East Coast, East Midlands and North & East routes. See map included within Procurement Documents
Extensions: The initial term of the framework will be 5 years (plus mobilisation period) with an option, subject to the successful supplier's performance during the initial term and on-going need by Network Rail to extend for a further period up to 5 years. The estimated total value of Lot 1 will be within the range of £750,000,000 to £850,000,000 for the 10-year duration.Second stage: 10–20 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #2Structures, Geotechnics & Buildings (South)Renewalceiling above

Network Rail is looking to appoint construction partners to deliver the building & civils work bank. The scope of work type to be delivered includes but not limited to the following:-

Building/civils and associated mechanical and electrical works for: stations, depots, maintenance delivery units and lineside buildings

Structural works for: footbridges, overbridges, underbridges, tunnels, retaining walls and culverts

Geotechnic works for: earthwork cuttings and embankments, rock cuttings, drainage and piling

The scope of works may also include Asbestos removal. Additional information: The lot value is for guidance only and is based on the projected spend for the 10 year framework duration.

Delivery: UK · Anglia, East Coast, East Midlands and North & East routes. See map included within Procurement Documents.
Extensions: The initial term of the framework will be 5 years (plus mobilisation period) with an option, subject to the successful supplier's performance during the initial term and on-going need by Network Rail to extend for a further period up to 5 years. The estimated total value of Lot 2 will be within the range of £750,000,000 to £850,000,000 for the 10-year duration.Second stage: 10–20 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #3Signalling & TelecomsRenewalPublished value£300,000,000

Network Rail is looking to appoint construction partners to deliver the signalling and telecoms work bank. The scope of work type to be delivered includes but not limited to the following:-

Refurb and partial: signal renewals, signal conversions, point conversion, track circuit conversions

Refurb: ground frame conversion to Ground Switch Panel (GSP), alterations to scalable IECC / West Cad, provision of staff protection systems, location case renewals including minor alterations to signalling power supplies, TDM renewals, removal of obsolete equipment – transmission (CCTV, TDM & FDM), targeting component renewals – HABDs / REBs, Provision of FTNX / FTNX points of presence in signalling equipment rooms (inc. REBs)

Partial: interlocking re-lock, interlocking re-control, re-platform of interlocking

Minor works: intelligent infrastructure installations, alterations to existing Solid State Interlockings (SSI), alterations to Track Protections Systems

Level crossings: level crossing Life Extension Works (LEW) for all types of crossings, level crossings renewals for all types of level crossings, conversion of mechanical winding barriers, conversion of level crossings interlockings to processor based systems Additional information: The lot value is for guidance only and is based on the projected spend for the 10-year framework duration.

Delivery: UK · Anglia, East Coast, East Midland and North & East routes. See map included within Procurement Documents.
Extensions: The initial term of the framework will be 5 years (plus mobilisation period) with an option, subject to the successful supplier's performance during the initial term and on-going need by Network Rail to extend for a further period up to 5 years. The estimated total value of Lot 3 will be within the range of £1,100,000,000 to £1,300,000,000 for the 10-year duration.Second stage: 10–20 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #4Electrification & Power - Contact SystemsRenewalPublished value£480,000,000

Network Rail is looking to appoint construction partners to deliver the contact systems work bank. The scope of work type to be delivered includes but not limited to the following:-

AC Contact systems (OLE): OHL-Structure Renewal, structural, civils, overhead line installation, OLE design, structural assessment, design, refurbishment and renewal (as required), geotechnical assessment, OLE campaign changes, Insulator renewals (public areas / general campaign changes), dropper renewals, cantilever adjustments, OLE Re-wire, contact wire renewal (including the use of High Output plant (wiring trains)), catenary wire renewal (including the use of High Output plant (wiring trains)), crossovers (including potential re-design if required), section insulator, mid-life refurbishment, carrier wire style neutral section ,OLE power connections (switch relocation / redesign)

DC Contact systems: solid conductor beam refurbishment (+ bonding), alterations to existing Solid State Interlockings (SSI), alterations to Track Protections Systems

Other: pantograph monitoring systems, forensic analysis (root cause analysis of failures), isolation diagram corrections and reviews, legacy equipment renewal (design knowledge required), surveys e.g. drone, point cloud, etc. for structures, tunnel renewals (fixed overhead line equipment, steelwork), SCADA / isolations, reduced clearance locations resulting in flashovers Additional information: The lot value is for guidance only and is based on the projected spend for the 10-year framework duration.

Delivery: UK · Anglia, East Coast, East Midlands and North & East routes. See map included within Procurement Documents.
Extensions: The initial term of the framework will be 5 years (plus mobilisation period) with an option, subject to the successful supplier's performance during the initial term and on-going need by Network Rail to extend for a further period up to 5 years. The estimated total value of Lot 4 will be within the range of £450,000,000 to £480,000,000 for the 10-year duration.Second stage: 6–12 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #5Electrification & Power – Distribution & PlantRenewalPublished value£520,000,000

Network Rail is looking to appoint construction partners to deliver the distribution and power work bank. The scope of work type to be delivered includes but not limited to the following:-

HV non-traction distribution, HV traction distribution plant, HV circuit breakers, Switchgear units, transformers, signalling power (inc. DNO supplies), lighting and associated LV distribution, LV non-traction distribution, walkway lighting and columns., operational lighting (buffer stops etc.), Rail yard lighting and columns, Tunnel lighting, Level crossing CCTV and lighting, Lineside operational equipment and monitoring devices (e.g. wheelchex and panchax, trackside drainage pumps (including tunnel drainage pumps) and ventilation, points heating systems (inc. DNO supplies, heat retainers, remote monitoring) Swing bridge controls replacement Additional information: The lot value is for guidance only and is based on the projected spend for the 10-year framework duration.

Delivery: UK · Anglia, East Coast, East Midlands and North & East routes. See map included within Procurement Documents.
Extensions: The initial term of the framework will be 5 years (plus mobilisation period) with an option, subject to the successful supplier's performance during the initial term and on-going need by Network Rail to extend for a further period up to 5 years. The estimated total value of Lot 5 will be within the range of £450,000,000 to £520,000,000 for the 10-year duration.Second stage: 6–12 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: not allowed

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
Conditions of participation3
  • Suitability

    As detailed in the Procurement Documents.

    Parent Company Guarantee may be required as part of this tender as detailed in the Procurement Documents.

  • Economic & financial standing

    Selection criteria as stated in the Procurement Documents

  • Technical & professional ability

    Selection criteria as stated in the Procurement Documents

What this means for your bid
  • “CP7 Eastern Region Renewals and Minor Enhancements” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, up to 19 suppliers, not a single contract.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Works
Notice status
Closed
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
No (one-off requirement)
First published
14 Jan 2022, 22:45 GMT
Last source update
7 Apr 2022, 18:38 BST
FTS notice number
2022/S 000-009427
Classification (CPV)
Building construction workBuilding installation workConstruction workConstruction work for buildings relating to railway transportConstruction work for railways and cable transport systemsHigh voltage installation workLow-voltage installation workOverhead line constructionRailway bridge construction workRailway engineering services
+5 moreRailway signalling worksRailway station construction work
Delivery area
UK
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-030b8e Find a Tender
Contract terms
Performance terms

See Procurement Documents

Review and risk notes
Review procedure

Network Rail will incorporate a minimum 10 calendar day standstill period at the point information on award of the contract is communicated to Participants.

Appeals must be lodged in accordance with the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 (SI 2015 No. 102) as amended.

Network Rail expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award or enter into any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by the publication of this notice;

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition;

(iii) to award one or more public contract(s) in relation to part only of the requirements covered by this notice; and/or

(iv) to award a contract(s) in stages.

Publisher note: Additional information for section IV.2.1) Please find the links to access previous PINs: 1. https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013277-2021 2. https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024158-2021 3. https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001269-2022 Additional information: To submit a PQQ for this Tender: 1. Register for a free account at https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk 2. Click the 'PQQs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are Selection Questionnaires (SQ) open to any registered supplier). Click on the relevant PQQ to access the content. Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the PQQ into your 'My PQQs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ Details' box 3. Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). You can use the 'Messages' function to communicate with Network Rail and seek any clarification. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ. You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help or the eTendering help desk. Expressions of interest must be submitted from the Participants' registered office address. Successful Participants will be appointed to fulfil the duties of Principal Designer and Principal Contractor under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. Network Rail will assess the PQQs to produce a single shortlist of Participants for all lots at the Selection Stage and invite Participants to submit tenders. After the conclusion of the initial evaluation of tenders Network Rail will produce a ranking of Participants that it intends to take forward to the negotiation stage if appropriate. Prior to award Network Rail will re-assess the financial capacity tests to ensure that Participants have the required financial standing in relation to those lots or combination of lots where it is proposed to validate the tender. Network Rail reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to exclude Participants at this stage or at PQQ stage. Network Rail reserves the right:- 1. not to accept the highest scoring, or any, tender. 2. cancel the competition or part of it for any reason, and Participants’ costs will not be reimbursed. 3. not to award any contract as a result of this tendering exercise commenced by publication of this notice; and 4. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition; and in no circumstances will Network Rail be liable for any costs incurred by Participants. Participants should note that tenders are submitted at the supplier's own cost and risk. Further information is provided in the Procurement Documents

How it was run

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Appointment period ends
13 May 2022, 12:00 BST
Submission channel
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Accepted languages
en
Bid validity
360 days from the deadline
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Timeline

31 Mar 2022 → 13 May 2022 · 3 dates
  1. Next notice expected
    31 Mar 2022, 00:00 BST
  2. Notice published
    7 Apr 2022, 18:38 BST
  3. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    13 May 2022, 12:00 BST

Notice history

4 events · 2 releases on Find a Tender · since 7 Apr 2022
  1. Published value published: £4,000,000,000
    7 Apr 2022, 18:38 BST
  2. Status changed to active
    7 Apr 2022, 18:38 BST
  3. Procurement method changed
    7 Apr 2022, 18:38 BST
  4. Deadline published: 13 May 2022, 12:00 BST
    7 Apr 2022, 18:38 BST

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd

Contracting authorityCentral GovernmentBody governed by public lawRailway Services 1 Eversholt Street, London, UK, NW1 2DNContact email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • see VI.4.3) belowReview body see VI.4.3) below

Official documents & specifications

Official links; attachments are not copied

No document links were published on the notice.