Expired Tender United Kingdom ICB TOT Ref. 139910322

#44014 - Frmcs Programme "Critical Friend" Tender - 139910322

Tender notice from United Kingdom, published on 22 Apr 2026.

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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 Register on the platform.

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#44014 - Frmcs Programme "Critical Friend" Consultancy
TOT Ref. No.
139910322
Document Ref. No.
project_46115
Country
United Kingdom
Notice type
Tender
Competition
ICB
Publication date
22 Apr 2026
Bid deadline
08 May 2026
EMD
Refer Document
Tender value
Refer Document
Purchaser ownership
Public
Financier
Self Financed

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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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The bid deadline for #44014 - Frmcs Programme "Critical Friend" Consultancy was 08 May 2026. Bidding is closed.

This tender has been issued by NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LTD in United Kingdom.

The tender value is not disclosed; please refer to the tender document. EMD / bid security details are provided in the tender document.

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