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GB-London: 922804081 Market Engagement Questionnaire T1370 Developments for the use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locators

RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)

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Tender

05 Feb 2025 at 11:00

Summary of the contracting process

Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) is inviting tenders for the project titled "GB-London: 922804081 Market Engagement Questionnaire T1370 Developments for the use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locators" in the industry category of Research Services (CPV Code 73110000). This open procedure tender focuses on commissioning research to provide updated guidance on the use of on-train locators with satellite positioning technology. The process is currently in the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 26 February 2025. Services are expected to commence on 5 May 2025, with the contract concluding on 4 March 2026. Potential work locations include the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, and other regions globally. The contract is valued between £100,000 and £500,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). The project’s focus on innovative train technology opens doors for businesses specialising in research, technology development, and engineering solutions. The open procurement method ensures a transparent process, encouraging competition and offering a robust platform for businesses to showcase their capabilities to a distinguished entity such as the RSSB. Businesses that excel in satellite technology, transportation research, and related fields would be well-positioned to compete for this contract and leverage its high visibility for further opportunities in the railway safety and technology sectors.

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Notice Title

GB-London: 922804081 Market Engagement Questionnaire T1370 Developments for the use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locators

Notice Description

RSSB is planning to commission research to inform up to date guidance on technological developments and use of on-train locators with satellite positioning technology. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8eefc6a2-c056-49cb-b149-625c038c5b2a
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, VCSE
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
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 May 2025 - 4 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3M 5AD
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Aldgate
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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