Network Rail's Basic Asset Protection Agreement (BAPA) - Bridge Inspections for FY2026/27 at multiple locations

Services to be provided by Network Rail:

a) preparation and facilitation of agreements with SCC;

b) provision of guidance documents for works to take place on or adjacent to Network Rail land;

c) provision of guidance on the requisite Network Rail procedures and Standards;

d) provision of obtaining Network Rail record drawings and services information;

e) attendance at meetings;

f) review of Method Statements / risk assessments / health and safety plans, etc.;

g) review of information provided by SCC demonstrating that the design of the Works takes into account the Site Constraints and all relevant Standards;

h) procurement and management of track possessions and isolations;

i) issue of access permits or track visitor permits; and

j) provision of safety staff to assure safe systems of work that could affect the Network.