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GB-London: T1264-Inform the introduction of Digital Automatic Coupling on the GB network

RSSB

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24 Sep 2021 at 15:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the RSSB, a buyer located in London, which has awarded a contract titled "T1264-Inform the introduction of Digital Automatic Coupling on the GB network" under the transport industry category. The procurement was initiated through an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 22nd September 2021. The contract, valued at £69,750, is set to commence on 27th September 2021 and will run until 29th April 2022, addressing vital research and development services pertaining to DAC implementation on the GB rail network.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) focusing on research and consultancy in the transport sector. Businesses with expertise in technical analysis, operational planning, and transition strategies would be particularly well-suited to compete in this tender. The insights gained from this research may lead to further project opportunities as the GB rail industry adapts to technological changes, enhancing the potential for growth and collaboration among suppliers in this field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: T1264-Inform the introduction of Digital Automatic Coupling on the GB network

Notice Description

The project aims to provide the GB rail industry with the necessary information to understand the possible ways forward when changes to the TSI on DAC are introduced in 2022 and the implications of each option. To guide industry decisions on how DAC should be considered for the WAG NTSN, this research will need to identify and analyse: *Technical and operation implications of adopting DAC (e.g. required work to fit and retrofit, new solutions unlocked by their use - e.g. information, confirmation of formation, sensing solutions) as well as of not adopting DAC (e.g. cost and availability of current couplings if EU adopts DAC, implication on international operations, implication on GB operations and alternative/future technological solutions). *Potential strategies and associated timescales for managing the transition from conventional couplings to DAC for both new build and retro fitment in GB. *Benefits, costs and risks for the transition options identified, including consideration of future implications in term of technology dependencies and opportunities, in particular those related to ETCS and train integrity. 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
ocds-b5fd17-6300f2c5-dc92-43b4-9d44-19faa3d07ef5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c651081-a8e3-4b98-a155-092cecc52281
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£69,750 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£69,750 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
26 Sep 2021 - 29 Apr 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RSSB
Contact Name
Hazel Fernandes
Contact Email
hazel.fernandes@rssb.co.uk
Contact Phone
02031425351

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAILFREIGHT CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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