Tender

GB-London: T1256 Guidance on limits of freight train trailing length as governed by coupler strength

RSSB

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16 Dec 2021 at 14:25

Tender Notice
Tender

07 Dec 2021 at 13:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the RSSB, focuses on the contract titled "GB-London: T1256 Guidance on limits of freight train trailing length as governed by coupler strength". This contract falls under the research services category and is located in London, United Kingdom. Currently in the Tender stage, the deadline for submitting proposals has been extended to 20 January 2022 at 15:00 hours. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £50,000 to £100,000, with the contract period expected to commence on 21 February 2022 and conclude on 19 August 2022. The procurement method used is the open procedure.

This tender could present significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) interested in the research sector, especially those with expertise in engineering principles related to coupler strength and freight logistics. Firms that excel in the delivery of research services and possess a thorough understanding of the technical components involved in freight transport may find this contract particularly suitable. The focus on enhancing safety and performance in freight train operations offers a chance for businesses to engage in impactful research that could influence industry standards.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: T1256 Guidance on limits of freight train trailing length as governed by coupler strength

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 16 December 2021 for the following reason: Please note that the tender submission deadline has been extended from 14 January 2022 to 20 January 2022, 15:00 hours.(Research aiming to enable trailing loads to be safely increased by setting guidelines based on a more thorough understanding of the engineering principles of coupler strength and ratings.) 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-b5fd17-9b4ff755-2f49-45ae-a286-5e7a58497fc2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d4331cc-0a6a-4919-93d1-340985e17f8a
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Feb 2022 - 19 Aug 2022 1-6 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
Tanja Odinsen
Contact Email
tanja.odinsen@rssb.co.uk
Contact Phone
02031425300

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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