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GB-London: 922804081 T1370 Developments on the Use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locators

RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)

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23 Jun 2025 at 09:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) has completed the award phase for a procurement process related to research services under the project titled "GB-London: 922804081 T1370 Developments on the Use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locators." This initiative aims to update the guidance for the use of satellite-based locators in railway applications to meet current industry needs. The contract, valued at £160,209, spans from 20th May 2025 to 19th March 2027, and is awarded to GMV NSL Limited. The procurement process, employing an unspecified method, encompasses delivery locations across the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and worldwide.

This contract presents growth opportunities primarily for large enterprises and VCSEs, as the suitability criteria favours VCSE involvement without exclusive SME participation. Businesses with expertise in research services and technological advancements in transport, particularly those operating in global markets with railway industry relevance, would find this tender appealing. The engagement offers a chance to collaborate closely with RSSB, a leading organisation in rail safety standards in London, creating valuable partnerships that could expand business portfolios in railway technology solutions.

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Notice Title

GB-London: 922804081 T1370 Developments on the Use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locators

Notice Description

RSSB is seeking to procure research to inform the update of GEGN8578 "Guidance on the Use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locator for Railway Applications" to reflect the GB rail industry's needs today.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-233f907e-6097-4734-8a72-cda1f61dc569
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e9e32be-e1a3-4fed-ba59-fa26489f449d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£160,209 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£160,209 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
19 May 2025 - 19 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
EC3M 5AD
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Aldgate
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GMV NSL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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