AwardedAwarded 6 August 2026
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Network Rail Infrastructure Limited · Central government
In brief
Network Rail Infrastructure Limited awarded this contract to Machines With Vision Ltd on 6 August 2026.
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What the notice says
Network Rail Infrastructure Limited intends to directly award a contract to enhance the positional accuracy across the entire Ultrasonic Testing Unit (UTU) fleet. The goal is to achieve consistent and reliable positioning across all UK railway lines and at all times of day.
In addition to improving vehicle positioning, Network Rail Infrastructure Limited is also seeking to enhance the accuracy of track defect location data, enabling rail testers to navigate directly to the precise location of identified defects.
Who won
| Winner | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Machines With Vision Ltd (SME) | £4,759,510 | |
| Machines With Vision Ltd (SME) | £4,759,510 | 7 August 2026 to 31 March 2029 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Transparency notice · UK5, notice 065274-2026
- Transparency notice · UK5, notice 065411-2026
- Transparency notice · UK5, notice 065703-2026
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 085266-2026
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 085277-2026
About the buyer
Network Rail Infrastructure LimitedLast 12 months
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From notice 065274-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 10 July 2026, last updated 9 September 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.