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The NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD has issued a Tender notice for the procurement of a #44014 - Frmcs Programme "Critical Friend" Consultancy in the United Kingdom. This Tender notice was published on 22 Apr 2026 and is scheduled to close on 08 May 2026, with an estimated Tender value of Refer Document. Interested bidders can access detailed Tender information, eligibility criteria, and complete bidding documents by referencing TOT Ref No. 139910322, while the tender notice number is project_46115 and Registering on the platform.
Procurement Summary
Country: United Kingdom
Summary: #44014 - Frmcs Programme "Critical Friend" Consultancy
Deadline: 08 May 2026
Posting Date: 22 Apr 2026
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Notice Type: Tender
TOT Ref.No.: 139910322
Document Ref. No.: project_46115
Competition: ICB
Financier: Self Financed
Purchaser Ownership: Public
Tender Value: Refer Document
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#44014 - FRMCS Programme "Critical Friend" consultancy
The Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) represents a critical upgrade from the current legacy Global System for Mobile Communications-Railway (GSM-R) system, transitioning the GB rail network to a future-proof, 5G-enabled communications platform. This migration will strengthen mission-critical voice and data capabilities whilst supporting existing railway systems. As part of the wider digital transformation of the railway, FRMCS aligns with the direction set out in the Rail Technical Strategy, supporting improved interoperability, safety, and operational efficiency across rail networks in the UK and across Europe. The FRMCS rollout in the UK led by Network Rail is comprised of four core technical components: • Train retrofit • Mast deployment • Fibre installation • Building the FRMCS core network, including mission critical capabilities (MCX) Alongside the technical deployment, significant business change is required to manage the transition to a hybrid, and eventually a fully operational, FRMCS system. More specifically, change relating to system transition, operational readiness, and development of capabilities to operate and maintain a 5G-based railway system. Network Rail is looking for support to act in an independent advisory capacity as an FRMCS `Client Friend`. The FRMCS Client Friend role will be central to the successful implementation of Network Rail`s FRMCS programme, supporting gover...
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Procurement Route: Other
Listing Deadline: 08/05/2026 17:00
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