Tender

GB-London: T1196 - Development of a suite of pantograph gauges

RSSB

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Tender

27 Nov 2019 at 09:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The RSSB is seeking to procure a project titled "T1196 - Development of a suite of pantograph gauges," aimed at enhancing compatibility assessments of rolling stock and pantographs within the rail industry. This project falls under the classification of research and development services and is located in London, United Kingdom. The tender process is currently active and operates under an open procurement method. The deadline for submission of tenders is set for 22nd January 2020, with the contract period expected to span from 3rd February 2020 until 31st August 2020. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £100,000 to £500,000, emphasising a significant opportunity for interested parties.

This tender represents an excellent growth opportunity particularly suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research services or related consultancy within the rail sector. The development of pantograph gauges is critical for improving operational efficiencies in rail transport, and businesses with expertise in design, testing, or innovative solutions in this domain may find a competitive advantage in this procurement process. Participating in this project can facilitate collaboration and innovation in rolling stock introduction, potentially leading to cost reductions and enhanced performance within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: T1196 - Development of a suite of pantograph gauges

Notice Description

The primary objective of this project is to create a suite of pantograph gauges that can be used in the compatibility assessment of rolling stock/pantographs on different routes. In doing so the project will enable the rail industry to introduce/cascade rolling stock in a quicker and more cost-effective manner and additionally, knowledge developed in doing so could lead to improvements in pantograph/OCL system performance. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0544e909-37fa-452a-9035-cc9f5bf2b925
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55b7a0e4-d5a1-4df9-a36f-596a63d5fe9e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Feb 2020 - 31 Aug 2020 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RSSB
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2M 2RB
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

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