HS2 · Awarded contract

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Design, Build, and Interim Operation of Third-Party Telecommunications Systems for HS2

Awarded 03 Feb 2025

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Awarded03 Feb 2025

Value£80,540,408.66

SupplierHitachi Rail GTS UK Limited and Telent Technology Services Limit

AgencyHS2

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryTelecommunications

Expires in 11y 10mo13y 7mo term, 13% elapsed

Awarded 3 Feb 2025Expires 26 Aug 2038

About

HS2 awarded a contract to Hitachi Rail GTS UK Limited and Telent Technology Services Limited for the design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and interim operation of third-party telecommunications systems.

The scope includes passenger communication systems with Radio Access Network infrastructure for voice and data mobile communications in stations and on trains, requiring management of commercial arrangements with Mobile Network Operators; Emergency Services Network coverage in tunnels and stations, including engagement with the ESN radio access network provider; Station Data Network with fixed and mobile communications, including Distributed Antenna System and transmission services for operational and public connectivity; and interim operations during trial operations.

The contract value is AUD 80,540,408.66.

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