Planning

RSSB research into the maximum current limit at standstill - Supplier Engagement Day

RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED

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Planning

23 Jul 2019 at 12:43

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "RSSB research into the maximum current limit at standstill - Supplier Engagement Day". This procurement, categorised under research and development services, is aimed at seeking opinions on conducting research into the maximum current limits for train battery charging systems in the rail industry. Interested parties are invited to attend a supplier engagement event on 7th August 2019, with a key deadline for registration set for 6th August 2019. The engagement will take place at their office located in London, postal code EC2M 2RB.

This procurement opportunity presents a significant avenue for businesses engaged in research, consultancy, or engineering within the rail industry, particularly those focused on innovative battery technologies and energy systems. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in laboratory testing, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement will find this tender beneficial. By contributing ideas and research efforts, suppliers can not only influence the development of industry standards but also position themselves as key players in the transition towards zero diesel trains by 2040.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RSSB research into the maximum current limit at standstill - Supplier Engagement Day

Notice Description

RSSB, on behalf of the rail industry, is seeking to understand ideas and capability to undertake research into finding the maximum current that can be specified for 25 kV OLE and 750 V dc third rail at a standstill to charge batteries. Description This notification is to invite interested parties to attend a supplier event on the 7thth August 2019. The Vehicle/Train Energy System Interface Committee (V/TE SIC) has identified the need to specify the maximum acceptable current limit when charging at a standstill, in order to facilitate the adoption of new battery technology on board trains. In order to meet the target of zero diesel trains by 2040, many stakeholders are looking at battery technology in order to facilitate this phase out. Infrastructure managers have been approached regarding the maximum current limit at a standstill in order to charge onboard batteries. Whilst interim guidance has been given, and some stakeholders are now pursuing bespoke charging solutions, there is a need to develop a harmonised set of rules that can be widely applied. Specified limits with rationale and guidance would enable the development of battery technology on trains around a standardised interface. It is envisaged that once limits are established, stakeholders on both sides of the interface will be able to design and specify their systems accordingly. The intention is that this research will comprise of laboratory testing of high currents applicable to 25 kV ac OLE and 750 V dc third rail. We welcome suppliers' thoughts on developing ideas for the project to contribute to achieving impact for the industry. In the supplier session a discussion on the various aspects of the work will be facilitated and active participation from the attendees will be encouraged. This will act as an opportunity to: * understand the proposed research; * provide information regarding any pre-existing work suppliers may be aware of to inform project development; * support the understanding on the impact the research may provide to industry; * register interest in the research should RSSB decide to commission it for delivery. Suppliers should come prepared to discuss the following: * Is there any pre-existing research or evidence for the challenges identified? * What structure could the project take to best enable a successful outcome? * What support would RSSB and the industry provide to support effective delivery? * What data sources are available to support the tendering and delivery? * Who are the key stakeholders that will need to be engaged? * What risks can you foresee for delivering the project? * What are the main technical challenges in delivering the work? We would like to invite suppliers to an engagement day at RSSB's office on 07/08/19 14:30-16:00 to discuss and provide input into the scope of the project, identify risks and ensure that the resulting tender is both attractive to the market and allows suppliers to put forward innovative ideas.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4c084208-4e24-4641-903d-359ff437448c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ae5f303-7464-4bdf-b235-347be19a8423
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Aug 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED
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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