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RSSB2722 - T1158 - Assessing the Case for Implementing a Long-Term Gauging Strategy

RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED

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22 Nov 2018 at 10:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited is conducting a tender for the project titled "RSSB2722 - T1158 - Assessing the Case for Implementing a Long-Term Gauging Strategy." This procurement falls under the industry category of research and development services, based in London, England. The open procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 21 December 2018. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £135,000 to £150,000, and it entails a contract period from 21 January 2019 to 31 October 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in engineering and infrastructure development. Firms that can demonstrate capability in conducting economic studies or showcasing benefits of large-scale engineering projects may find this to be a lucrative contract. The emphasis on improving the rail network's efficiency and capacity could attract a range of companies, especially small and medium-sized enterprises looking to engage in major infrastructure initiatives.

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Notice Title

RSSB2722 - T1158 - Assessing the Case for Implementing a Long-Term Gauging Strategy

Notice Description

Across Europe the distance between the rails (the track gauge) has long been harmonised. However, due to the historical nature of the development of Britain's infrastructure, compared to Continental Europe, GB has much less space around the tracks (known as the loading gauge) and there remains a large degree of variability in vehicle clearance around the network. There are potentially significant benefits to having both larger and more consistent loading gauges. Larger gauges could enable greater capacity by allowing use of larger passenger rolling stock and larger freight to be transported. More consistent gauging would improve route interoperability, improved utilisation of rolling stock, and a better platform train interface for the passenger. With the ambition to unlock these benefits, the Vehicle Structures Systems Interface Committee (V/S SIC) have drafted a Gauging Strategy (V/S GS) that outlines a vision for very long term (50 years) planning in Great Britain which is outlined in A. - D. below: A. Maximise Capacity on Great Britain's Rail Network by adopting the largest cost-effective gauge over a core, nationwide network; B. Define and implement standard infrastructure and vehicle gauges and provide an optimised Customer experience at the Platform / Train Interface; C. Lower Costs of gauging to the industry; D. Contribute to Great Britain's reduction in Carbon emissions through modal shift. However, gauging enhancements are typically expensive, and the very long asset life of civil engineering structures means that benefits from such enhancements can take a very long time to be realised. The justification of any significant gauging enhancement therefore requires a good business case for progression. In addition to the current appraisal process, the justification of individual enhancements will likely require consideration of benefits to the wider system, however the approach to quantifying these benefits is not established and are likely complex. Finally, for the benefits to be realised, an approach must be agreed and defined with support at both the policy and practitioner level, and this approach needs to be consistent over the long term. This VS GS has been endorsed in principle by the Technical Leadership Group (TLG) and the Planning Oversight Group (POG) , with the caveat that before full commitment can be given to the strategy, there is a requirement for evidence-based research to support the principles. A detailed economic study was therefore recommended by the groups to better understand the costs and benefits of implementing such a strategy, and if applicable, how it can be implemented to optimise this investment. Previous work There has already been a significant amount of work in this area. The Strategic Rail Authority (SRA) published a Gauging Policy .

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-78503498-5c91-4a91-83ef-412ff1990145
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64b7c274-96a0-4b76-8980-4c2b27f89354
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 (below threshold)
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
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jan 2019 - 31 Oct 2019 6-12 months
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
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

Notice Documents

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