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

RSSB

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06 Jul 2021 at 14:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the RSSB (Rail Safety and Standards Board), involves the tender titled "GB-london: T1264-Inform the introduction of Digital Automatic Coupling on the GB network." This initiative falls under the research and development services and consultancy industry category and is set within London, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the active planning stage, with a tender submission deadline extended to 13 August 2021. The total contract value is estimated at £100,000, with a minimum value of £50,000, and the contract period is scheduled to commence on 13 September 2021 and conclude on 11 March 2022. The method of procurement is open, allowing broad participation by interested parties.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development services related to rail technologies and systems. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the contract is considered suitable for them. Firms that can provide insights into the technical and operational implications of Digital Automatic Coupling, as well as strategies for transitioning to new technologies, would be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

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

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 29 July 2021 for the following reason: The deadline for tender submission is extended to 13 August 2021.(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
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c53be3e1-1e46-48ff-b4f8-8c49124b1923
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Sep 2021 - 11 Mar 2022 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
RSSB
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

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