UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

This procurement concerns the manufacture and supply of concrete sleepers from Network Rail’s own concrete sleeper factory based in Doncaster, and from a secondary supplier owned site. The service and technical specification have been included within Schedule 1 of the NR01(MT) which can be found within the attachments section of the PSQ and ITT within Bravo project_42399. This procurement is split into two (2) lots: • Lot 1: Manufacture and Supply of Concrete Sleepers from Network Rail’s Doncaster Sleeper Factory • Lot 2: Manufacture and Supply of Concrete Sleepers – Supplier Owned Site

This is a pre-market engagement exercise for the procurement of of Bulk Herbicide for the seasonal weed spray programme via train borne deployment and associated hand spray programme. Network Rail has a requirement for the following: Train-borne applied herbicides - Residual herbicide - Non-residual herbicide - Non-residual contact herbicide - Selective scrub (broad leaf targeting herbicide) Amenity approved/assured herbicide for hand spray Teams - Residual herbicide - Non-residual contact herbicide - Non-residual contact herbicide - Hard to Kill Species Other Chemicals - Adjuvants for use with herbicides

Network Rail Southern Region are seeking market engagement to inform the procurement strategy of a framework agreement which will manage Environmental Services for the following Lots: • Human and Animal Fatalities - Decontamination services following human and animal fatalities. Animal fatalities are classed as follows: a. Agricultural animals i. Cattle ii. Non-Cattle (sheep, goats, pigs etc.) b. Pets & Wild Animals iii. Pets (horses, dogs, cats etc.) iv. Wild animals (deer, badgers, foxes etc.) • Pest Management - provide pest control, pest prevention, pest management and fumigation services. 'Pests' shall include (but not be limited to) rats, mice, moles, rabbits, feral pigeons, cockroaches, silverfish, firebrat, wasps, bees, flies, ants, brown tailed moth, oak processionary moth. • Waste Clearance & Fly Tipping removal (including Biological & Hazardous Waste - Removal of lineside waste and fly tipped material in accordance with current legisation . Pollution Control - Response to immediate containment and decontamination services following a chemical, Oil or Fuel Spill. It should be noted within the estimated Contract Start Date (currently set at 04/10/2027) that there is an expected 1 month mobilisation prior to contract go live.

This market engagement has been developed by Network Rail (NR) in advance of procuring a solution for the provision of Supply of 24/7 Controller Chairs. Network Rail requests information in connection with the topics detailed below. In line with NR’s procurement principles, NR is committed to becoming an ‘informed’ client with excellent visibility and understanding of the market and the supply chains and customers operating within them. At this stage, pre-procurement, NR are committed to engaging with the industry to inform and refine the overall sourcing strategy. The purpose of this market engagement testing is to: Understand the markets capacity and capability to deliver 24/7 Controller Chairs and to further develop the procurement strategy, Provide potential suppliers the opportunity to give feedback to help inform the refinement of NR’s approach, Obtain information from the market to understand the market perspective. Requirement: Network Rail intends to appoint a single national supplier to provide an end-to-end solution for: Supply of 24/7 rated ergonomic chairs via a managed core catalogue National delivery across England, Wales and Scotland Installation and assembly (free of charge on larger orders) Asset management including: Annual Maintenance, Repair under supplier warranty and beyond. Removal and responsible reuse or recycling of redundant chairs Catalogue access via Network Rail Oracle iProcurement Ongoing account management, reporting and continuous improvement. Shape Chair Range Suppliers will be expected to offer a limited core (max 4) and standardised range, including: Core 24/7 chair (s) meeting all mandatory requirements An enhanced chair exceeding mandatory requirements A chair suitable for users with musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) Where appropriate, a single chair model may satisfy more than one category and if appropriate two chairs or variants may be offered for the core 24/7 chair. A bariatric chair where all elements accommodate weight and size (anticipated to be non-core and low volume) will need to be offered. Technical & Ergonomic Requirements Chairs must be suitable for continuous 24h our use and comply with relevant standards, including BS 54592 (or ISO equivalent) and have FIRA FS 055 certification or demonstrated equivalence. Key requirements include: Accommodate users from 5th percentile female to 95th percentile male for stature, weight, shoulder width and seated leg length and height. Bariatric users where possible should be accommodated in the Core selection. High durability, intuitive controls and ease of adjustment Minimum 5 year 24/7 manufacturer or supplier warranty Samples to be made available for product trials as part of evaluation Sustainability & Ethical Sourcing Suppliers will be expected to demonstrate: Ethical sourcing and Modern Slavery Act compliance Traceability and auditability of manufacturing sources Environmental management systems (e.g. ISO 14001 or equivalent) Strong circular economy practices (reuse, refurbishment, recycling, zero landfill) Contract Model (Indicative) Anticipated start: March 2027 Initial term: 4 years, with optional extensions Form: NR1 (MT) Goods and NonConstruction Services Framework Calloffs via NR01(S) Purchase Orders Fixed pricing for an initial period, with controlled indexation thereafter The core catalogue is expected to meet approximately 95% of demand, with limited non-catalogue provision by exception.

Introduction Network Rail (NR) is a public-sector organisation which owns, operates and maintains the rail infrastructure in the United Kingdom. Network Rail owns and operates 20,000 miles of track, 30,000 bridges, tunnels and viaducts and thousands of signals, level crossings and stations, as well as offices and depots across the country. We manage 20 of the UK's largest stations while all the others, over 2,500, are currently managed by the country’s Train Operating Companies (TOC’s). Although this may change with the nationalisation of the Train Operating Companies and the creation of Great British Railways (GBR). Background Network Rail, including TOC’s, use approximately 4.5TWh of electricity a year, about 0.5TWh is used by NR to power our stations, offices, depots, signals etc. (non-traction power) with the other 4TWh used to power the trains (Traction power). NR has a well-established Transition to Renewables (T2R) programme which includes both on-site renewables, via capital investment and supplier funded, and Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPA’s). NR has a target to transition all non-traction consumption to renewables by 2030. Overview Network Rail intends to establish a framework of five capable and experienced suppliers to support the delivery of on-site or near site supplier funded renewable energy solutions delivered through Power Purchase Agreements (PPA). The framework will support a variety of renewable energy deployment types, including: • Rooftops installations • Car park solar canopies • Ground-mount systems • High energy consuming sites with potential to secure nearby land option. The framework will be technology agnostic, allowing for Solar PV, on-site wind turbines, and future emerging technologies, with the option to include energy storage solutions where appropriate. The framework will be awarded to five suppliers and be valid for 8 years. It will be available for use across Network Rail, as well as covering the nationalised ToC’s and GBR, including any affiliates. Call-offs will be run as mini competitions through the framework for individual sites or a portfolio of sites. Each resulting call-off contract will be for a term of up to 25 years depending on the technology and project requirements. At the end of the contract there may be an option to: • Purchase the renewable assets, or • Extend the contract at a reduced price, or • Require the removal of the asset and reinstatement of the site. An initial award of up to five sites will be made to the highest scoring supplier, subject to feasibility and affordability. Further information is included in the procurement documents.

Network Rail’s North and East Route intends to procure a proven, commercially available Software as a Service (SaaS) digital twin platform to support rail asset management. The aim is to aggregate disparate data sources into a single, user-friendly interface, enabling multi-discipline collaboration and supporting a more predictive, data-driven approach to maintaining the railway infrastructure. The procurement will cover: A web-based digital twin SaaS solution capable of visualising geospatial asset data, integrating real-time and historic data from sensors, condition monitoring devices, and IoT sources, and supporting advanced analytics such as asset health modelling, degradation prediction, and intervention planning. Development of application programming interfaces (APIs) and associated data management solutions to enable secure, scalable integration with existing Network Rail systems, ensuring data longevity and interoperability. Hosting and security: The solution should be hosted on a UK-based cloud service, preferably within Network Rail’s Azure environment, and support Microsoft Entra single sign-on (SSO). Compliance with Network Rail’s information and cyber security standards, as well as relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR), is mandatory. User access: The platform must allow access for all Network Rail staff and authorised contractors at no additional cost, with robust user management and permissions. Technical support and service levels: The supplier will be required to provide technical support, defined response times for outages, and ensure system performance meets agreed loading times. The solution should be modular, allowing Network Rail to select features as required, and support an unlimited number of users on a monthly subscription basis. Suppliers are encouraged to demonstrate the full capabilities of their solutions, even if not all requirements are met, and to propose cost-effective approaches, particularly where hosting is on Network Rail’s Azure environment.

Network Rail’s North and East Route intends to procure a proven, commercially available Software as a Service (SaaS) digital twin platform to support rail asset management. The aim is to aggregate disparate data sources into a single, user-friendly interface, enabling multi-discipline collaboration and supporting a more predictive, data-driven approach to maintaining the railway infrastructure. The procurement will cover: A web-based digital twin SaaS solution capable of visualising geospatial asset data, integrating real-time and historic data from sensors, condition monitoring devices, and IoT sources, and supporting advanced analytics such as asset health modelling, degradation prediction, and intervention planning. Development of application programming interfaces (APIs) and associated data management solutions to enable secure, scalable integration with existing Network Rail systems, ensuring data longevity and interoperability. Hosting and security: The solution should be hosted on a UK-based cloud service, preferably within Network Rail’s Azure environment, and support Microsoft Entra single sign-on (SSO). Compliance with Network Rail’s information and cyber security standards, as well as relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR), is mandatory. User access: The platform must allow access for all Network Rail staff and authorised contractors at no additional cost, with robust user management and permissions. Technical support and service levels: The supplier will be required to provide technical support, defined response times for outages, and ensure system performance meets agreed loading times. The solution should be modular, allowing Network Rail to select features as required, and support an unlimited number of users on a monthly subscription basis. Suppliers are encouraged to demonstrate the full capabilities of their solutions, even if not all requirements are met, and to propose cost-effective approaches, particularly where hosting is on Network Rail’s Azure environment.

Network Rail’s North and East Route intends to procure a proven, commercially available Software as a Service (SaaS) digital twin platform to support rail asset management. The aim is to aggregate disparate data sources into a single, user-friendly interface, enabling multi-discipline collaboration and supporting a more predictive, data-driven approach to maintaining the railway infrastructure. The procurement will cover: A web-based digital twin SaaS solution capable of visualising geospatial asset data, integrating real-time and historic data from sensors, condition monitoring devices, and IoT sources, and supporting advanced analytics such as asset health modelling, degradation prediction, and intervention planning. Development of application programming interfaces (APIs) and associated data management solutions to enable secure, scalable integration with existing Network Rail systems, ensuring data longevity and interoperability. Hosting and security: The solution should be hosted on a UK-based cloud service, preferably within Network Rail’s Azure environment, and support Microsoft Entra single sign-on (SSO). Compliance with Network Rail’s information and cyber security standards, as well as relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR), is mandatory. User access: The platform must allow access for all Network Rail staff and authorised contractors at no additional cost, with robust user management and permissions. Technical support and service levels: The supplier will be required to provide technical support, defined response times for outages, and ensure system performance meets agreed loading times. The solution should be modular, allowing Network Rail to select features as required, and support an unlimited number of users on a monthly subscription basis. Suppliers are encouraged to demonstrate the full capabilities of their solutions, even if not all requirements are met, and to propose cost-effective approaches, particularly where hosting is on Network Rail’s Azure environment.

The railway industry is undergoing a major shift from traditional lineside signals to a fully digital railway. Network Rail is replacing physical signals with the European Train Control System (ETCS), which provides real-time, in-cab movement authority. ETCS gives drivers accurate, continuous information, allowing trains to run safely at optimal speeds and closer together. This leads to fewer delays, more capacity, improved reliability, and a more modern and cost- efficient railway. To deliver ETCS, both the signalling infrastructure and train fleets must be upgraded with new onboard equipment. Network Rail plans to procure a 15-year single supplier contract to design, supply and install ETCS onboard equipment and associated services for the Alstom Turbostar fleet family. The Turbostar fleet is the next priority because fitment and driver training must be completed ahead of the planned “signals away” for the Grantham Infrastructure ETCS Scheme on the East Coast Main Line (ECML). The Turbostar fleet are diesel multiple units (DMUs) built by Adtranz and later Bombardier (now Alstom) in Derby between 1997 and 2011. The family consists of 202 units of Class 168, Class 170, Class 171, Class 172, of which 168 are planned to be fitted owned by Porterbrook (145), Beacon Rail Leasing (12) and Angel Trains (12). The fleet to be fitted is operated across 6 Train Operating Companies (TOCs). As such there is a significant opportunity to implement a consolidated sourcing strategy which will drive value, economies of scale and consistency into the procurement and delivery of the works over this proposed fifteen 15-year contract period.

The framework will support the efficient, consistent development, delivery, entry into service and handback of electrification elements that are key to the delivery of the decarbonisation programme in Scotland. Network Rail intend to procure a framework that will appoint one (1) Contractor for the delivery of the overhead line electrification (Based on UK Master series), traction power, power and distribution, ancillaries & associated design works across Scotland. The procurement shall be awarded under a nil value NR30 Framework Commission Agreement. The initial estimate of the value of works currently intended to be awarded under the Framework is approximately £300m over the effective period of the Framework. Scotland's Railway has provided for a total Framework value of £450m, taking into account emerging works which are yet to be identified which may become necessary during the effective period.