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In deliveryUnited KingdomServicesFramework agreement£7,400,000

Rail Grinding for Network Rail (High Speed)

Published
Published 2 June 2025

Overview

Network Rail (HS) Ltd seeks a High-Speed Grinding service to maintain both Plain Line and Switch & Crossing (S&C) sections of the HS1 infrastructure, primarily during summer maintenance campaigns. The work will also include grinding in ballast and slab track tunnels to enhance rail performance, extend asset life, and control issues such as rolling contact fatigue, corrugation, and spalling. The service will be carried out using specialist grinding vehicles on both up and down lines to restore rail head profile and ensure the long-term integrity of the track.

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
£7,400,000
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
2 June 2025
Questions by
27 June 2025
Classification (CPV)
Repair, maintenance and associated services related to railways and other equipment

Award outcome

Awarded value
£7,544,305
Award date
12 March 2026
Contract period
1 December 2026 → 30 November 2028
Winner
  • Speno International SA

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Notice history

Every published notice in this contracting process, newest first.

  1. Contract

    20 May 2026

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  2. Contract

    17 March 2026

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  3. Contract Notice

    2 June 2025

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Awarded: Rail Grinding for Network Rail (High Speed) — won by Speno International SA — Skim