FW110 Rail Systems Professional Services Framework

Translink is establishing a Framework for the provision of rail systems professional services to support the delivery of Translink’s programme of capital and maintenance works. Suppliers may be required to undertake strategic network strategy work in relation to the Client’s rail infrastructure.

This could be in relation to major network enhancements (e.g., examining new rail lines, line speed upgrades, electrification) to more bespoke work (e.g., assessing the potential of new technologies). Work Packages in this area may encompass the following (note this list is not exhaustive) Scoping, Cost management, Demand forecasting, Economics / business case analysis, Risk and value management, Feasibility Studies, Initial design, Delivery strategy, Network modelling / timetable planning, Planning / consents advice, Stakeholder analysis / engagement, Change management, Common Safety Method / Interoperability advice.

Your response must be submitted via the relevant Call for Tender (CfT) on the eTendersNI portal. Instructions on how to submit your response can be found within the Interactive Walkthrough on the eTendersNI Homepage.

No other method of submission will be accepted. Additional information: The estimated value for the Framework is in excess of forty million pounds (£40,000,000). .

The value of the Framework may be in excess of sixty million pounds (£60,000,000) in the . event of proposed enhancement schemes progressing, but these are subject to both . business case development and funding.. There is no guarantee of this work value, and all work is subject to funding availability. . .