Tender

902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction

RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)

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Tender

14 Nov 2024 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) is inviting tenders for research services under the title "902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction." This procurement, classified under CPV code 73110000, aims to review and enhance the current operational response to running trains in both directions on a line that is signalled for one direction only. The tender process is open and follows an open procedure. Key dates include the tender period ending on 16 December 2024 at 12:00 PM, with the contract period commencing from 20 January 2025 and concluding on 19 September 2026. The project is relevant to regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, and the rest of the world. The total contract value is approximately GBP 280,000.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in research services, especially those specialising in railway safety and operational efficiency. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as organisations involved in social enterprise and voluntary and community sectors (VCSE) are particularly well-suited to compete. By addressing critical challenges in the railway industry, businesses participating in this tender can strengthen their portfolio and enhance their reputation in providing innovative solutions to complex problems within the transportation sector.

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Notice Title

902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction

Notice Description

RSSB is seeking to procure research to review the current operational response to running trains in both directions on a line signalled in only one direction. It is intended that this new approach enable a quicker and more effective response to incidents, overcoming existing barriers while being less resource intensive, and provide adequate control for the specific risks associated with the method of working.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-48063ccb-7eb5-4e50-bb81-c6d2f00da903
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02244f12-5c07-478c-90ad-4df395844a76
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
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Jan 2025 - 19 Sep 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@rssb.co.uk
Contact Phone
+442031425351

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

Notice Documents

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