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GB-London: 899518074 Low Carbon Fuels for Rail Research SUS-TEC-2 Task 4

RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)

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Summary of the contracting process

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) has issued a tender for the procurement of research services under the title "Low Carbon Fuels for Rail Research SUS-TEC-2 Task 4". This project is classified in the research services industry category and is designed to determine the suitability of various low-carbon fuels in reducing railway traction emissions. The procurement process, which is currently in the 'tender' stage, is being conducted through an open procedure. The task will be carried out across a broad geographical scope including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the UK, and the Rest of the World. Key dates include the tender period closing on 29th November 2024, and the contract period running from 9th December 2024 to 8th April 2025. The projected contract value ranges between £25,000 and £50,000 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in fuel research and development, especially those focusing on environmental sustainability and decarbonisation technologies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are particularly encouraged to apply, provided they meet the selection criteria outlined in the procurement. Winning this contract could enable businesses to showcase their expertise in sustainable fuel solutions on an international scale and strengthen their market positioning in the green sector. This project is ideal for businesses with innovative research capabilities and a commitment to advancing eco-friendly rail technologies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: 899518074 Low Carbon Fuels for Rail Research SUS-TEC-2 Task 4

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 31 October 2024 for the following reason: This notice has been withdrew and republished via the following access code: MF7626J8KP(RSSB is seeking to procure research to determine the degree to which the following low-carbon fuels are suitable to play a role in the decarbonisation of railway traction emissions) 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-b5fd17-0b7104d0-4650-4f1c-9758-74022c4e49ba
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/08317189-745a-4de3-85aa-e939ffac44ea
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Dec 2024 - 8 Apr 2025 1-6 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
RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (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
Not specified
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

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