Maintenance of the New Measurement Train (NMT)

Network Rail Infrastructure LtdcontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-04dee432014L0025active
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services

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1

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1

1 awarded

Published

10 Sept 2025

Description

The contract covers the maintenance of the New Measurement Train (NMT), a critical asset within Network Rail’s Infrastructure Monitoring fleet. The NMT operates across high-mileage and high-traffic segments of track, delivering essential data to ensure compliance with track standards, particularly Category 1a and 1 routes. The awarded services include: Heavy and light maintenance of the NMT fleet, comprising Class 43 Power Cars and Mk3 Trailer Cars. Cleaning operations. Provision of NMT technicians responsible for overnight service exams, fault response, and technical riding duties. Scheduled maintenance activities on a weekly, per-period, and bi-period basis. Support for QL3 and QL4 MTU engine overhauls managed by a separate maintainer.

Scope

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project_41411
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates

12+12

Main category
services
Contract locations
UK

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NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
Delivery of service14quality
Resources9quality
Facilities9quality
Safety4quality
Risk managment4quality
Lower Utility Usage4quality
Circular Economy3quality
Social Stewardship3quality
Operation Price45cost
Mobilisation Price5cost

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Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition

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