Operational Property Inspections Framework
The contract covers a framework for Operational Property Inspection (OPI) services across Network Rail Infrastructure Limited’s operational property estate, supporting the rail infrastructure organisation’s statutory compliance, asset management and maintenance planning functions. Suppliers will be required to inspect and assess operational property assets, produce inspection reports, manage the resulting information and meet the service requirements, specifications and performance standards set out in the procurement documents. Pricing will be based on rates submitted during the tender process, and no estimated total contract value has been published. The framework is expected to operate for an initial period with up to four yearly extensions, described as 1 + 1 + 1 + 1, although delivery locations or regions have not been specified. The most critical stated eligibility requirements are passing the buyer’s financial health check and holding the RICCL codes specified in the Instructions to Participants by the time of award.
Buyer: NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 13 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £36m
- Bids close: 12 Nov 2026
- Location: Lambeth
- Procedure: Competitive flexible procedure
- Contract period: 1 May 2027 to 30 Apr 2031
- Category: Building-inspection services (71315400)
From the official notice
Network Rail intends to procure a framework for the provision of Operational Property Inspection (OPI) services across its estate. The services will include the inspection, assessment, reporting and management of operational property assets to support statutory compliance, asset condition monitoring and maintenance planning. The framework will be delivered by suitably qualified suppliers in accordance with the specification, service requirements and performance standards set out in the procurement documents.
View the official notice
Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 12 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £36m.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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