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846934010 T1331 Review of AC electric rolling stock power limitations

RSSB

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04 Nov 2024 at 12:25

Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation, RSSB, has completed a public procurement process titled "846934010 T1331 Review of AC electric rolling stock power limitations." This falls under the industry category of research services (CPV Code 73110000) and focuses on research into traction power parameters for AC electric rolling stock on the GB mainline railway network. The project spans several regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement followed an open procedure and transitioned to the award stage on 7th October 2024. The contract began on 8th October 2024 and will conclude on 8th September 2025, with a total project value of GBP 229,742.50.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the research services sector, particularly those experienced in railway systems and rolling stock technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were deemed suitable to compete for this contract. The awarded contract to Navitas Engineering demonstrates how businesses with expertise in engineering research can leverage such opportunities to expand their portfolio and enhance their industry credibility. This procurement process supports business growth by facilitating participation in high-value, regionally diverse projects that address critical infrastructure needs.

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Notice Title

846934010 T1331 Review of AC electric rolling stock power limitations

Notice Description

RSSB is seeking to procure research to investigate the background and rationale for certain traction power parameters to which AC electric rolling stock are operating on the GB mainline railway network.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-68ddd23c-efad-478d-baa8-7c503eca2bad
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a78b3ae8-52a6-4fc2-b950-802baec49baa
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Large

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
£229,742 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£229,742 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
7 Oct 2024 - 8 Sep 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NAVITAS ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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