Tender

GB-London: Whole life carbon reduction in trains through effective design and specification [T1237-01]

RSSB

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Tender

17 Dec 2020 at 07:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The RSSB is inviting tenders for the project titled "GB-London: Whole life carbon reduction in trains through effective design and specification [T1237-01]", which aims to enhance understanding of design standards affecting the carbon impact of trains. This procurement falls under the category of research and development services, specifically focusing on research services. The tender is currently in the active planning stage, with a submission deadline set for 4th February 2021. The contract value is estimated between £50,000 and £100,000, with delivery expected in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in research and consultancy services related to sustainability and carbon reduction. Businesses with expertise in train design, energy consumption analysis, and decarbonisation initiatives would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project not only allows firms to contribute to industry decarbonisation targets but also enhances their portfolio and visibility in the growing green transport sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: Whole life carbon reduction in trains through effective design and specification [T1237-01]

Notice Description

This project aims to deliver a better understanding of how to apply design standards and factors in determining the whole life carbon impact of trains and baseline values for train energy consumption. This is an essential component of industry efforts to deliver its decarbonisation targets in the most cost-effective manner. 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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f602d803-0c28-4be7-960a-3c908ba69bf5
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Feb 2021 - 30 Nov 2021 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
Tim Batkin
Contact Email
timothy.batkin@rssb.co.uk
Contact Phone
02031425300

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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