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GB-London: 873209183 T1333 Review of running brake test requirements on modern passenger rolling stock

Rail Safety and Standards Board

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08 Oct 2024 at 14:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) recently completed a procurement process titled "GB-London: 873209183 T1333 Review of running brake test requirements on modern passenger rolling stock." This project, classified under "Research services" (CPV code 73110000), aims to evaluate the necessity and frequency of running brake tests (RBTs) for modern passenger rolling stock, and to standardise the approach across the network. The procurement, valued at £72,957.25, was carried out via an unspecified method and the tender period concluded on 13th September 2024. The contract commenced on 16th September 2024 and will end on 15th March 2025. The work encompasses several regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The awarded supplier for this contract is Ricardo Rail Limited.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in railway safety, research services, and engineering consultancy. Companies that provide innovative solutions to transport safety challenges would find this contract beneficial for business growth and portfolio enhancement. Ricardo Rail Limited, a large-scale enterprise with considerable expertise in rail consultancy, successfully secured the contract, demonstrating the competitive advantage for businesses within the transport and research services sectors. The project encourages the involvement of Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), highlighting inclusivity in the tender process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: 873209183 T1333 Review of running brake test requirements on modern passenger rolling stock

Notice Description

RSSB seeks to procure research to determine whether RBTs are necessary for modern rolling stock, assess whether RBT frequency can decrease, and establish a consistent approach to performing RBTs across the network.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b504faf5-ac6b-4642-9283-64408da7d2bb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b54b9cd0-a664-433e-bb1e-2885729927a7
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
VCSE
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
£72,957 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£72,957 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
16 Sep 2024 - 15 Mar 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Rail Safety and Standards Board
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
Postcode Area
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

Ricardo Rail Limited

Further Information

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