Tender

Coventry VLR (Very Light Rail) Concept Design for a Low Cost Trackform

THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK

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Tender

13 Sep 2018 at 14:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Warwick is inviting tenders for the "Coventry VLR (Very Light Rail) Concept Design for a Low Cost Trackform". The procurement falls under the industry category of track construction works and is located in Coventry, United Kingdom. Currently in the open procurement stage, the tender's submission deadline is set for 13th March 2019 at 23:59:59 UTC. This tender is being processed through an open procedure, which is suitable for all interested parties to compete. The overall goal is to develop a low-cost, low-carbon rail transport system as part of the Coventry Very Light Rail project.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction, engineering, and consultancy sectors, particularly those with expertise in railway construction and design. Companies that specialise in innovative transport solutions, lightweight materials, and rail technology would be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging in this project not only allows businesses to contribute to a forward-thinking public transport endeavour but also positions them in a growing market focused on sustainability and modern infrastructure development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Coventry VLR (Very Light Rail) Concept Design for a Low Cost Trackform

Notice Description

The University of Warwick are looking to tender for concept design, Construction, Consultancy and analysis work for a novel low cost trackform for the Coventry Very Light Rail project. The Coventry VLR (Very Light Rail) project is a research and development programme to develop a novel, low-cost, low-carbon rail-based public transport system for operation within the city of Coventry. The programme is a collaboration between WMG (University of Warwick), Coventry City Council (CCC) and Transport for West Midlands (TfWM). The overall programme is conceived to deliver an affordable rail based system, capable of on-and off-street running, marketable to the general public, and have low-carbon light-weight self-propelled vehicles which are emissions free at the point of use. The vision is for an innovative trackform, which causes minimal disruption to the locality during on-site installation thus providing a step-change in light-rail installation costs. Further, the design should encompass the requirements of all stakeholders, including, but not limited to, utility companies (gas, electricity, telephone, etc.), staff and passengers, pedestrians, other road vehicles including cyclists, local businesses, other statutory undertakers and system operator. As part of the larger programme, a novel, lightweight vehicle is being developed, along with a potential route offering suitable economic viability. The development of a rail network requires a fully integrated systems approach, ensuring compatibility, consistency and cost-effectiveness. As such, the supplier will be expected to interact with the project partners, including CCC, TfWM and the vehicle development consortium, as well as any other companies that assist with the development of the Coventry VLR programme. In order to express interest in this opportunity and download some further details please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick). The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec4283af-db02-42b0-a0ab-013cdaa08c45
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts

34946000 - Railway-track construction materials and supplies

45234100 - Railway construction works

45234116 - Track construction works

45234129 - Urban railway track construction works

60200000 - Railway transport services

63711000 - Support services for railway transport

71311230 - Railway engineering services

71631470 - Railway-track inspection services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Mar 2019 - 16 Mar 2019 30 days
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
THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV4 7AL
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
Wainbody
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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