Specialist Technical and Commercial Advisory for Rail and Other Transport Systems Framework (STARFour)
Department for Transport is establishing a multi-lot, multi-supplier framework to replace STARThree, providing specialist technical and commercial advice for rail and other transport systems. The framework will support strategic planning, operations, commercial delivery, infrastructure, assets, and project management across transport programmes.
- ClosesNot stated
- Value£350m
- BuyerDepartment for Transport
- CategoryBusiness & professional services, IT, software & telecoms, Research & development, Surveying, architecture & engineering
- RegionUK-wide
You'll want to look if you provide specialist technical and commercial advice on rail or transport infrastructure, and can work within framework call-off processes
Might not suit a small firm
- the contract itself is a large one
- it needs coverage across the whole UK
Possible incumbent
TRL Limited won technical auditor provision for DfT in May 2026. Inferred from prior awards to this buyer, not confirmed.