Tender

GB-London: T1221 ADHERE Low adhesion driving policies

RSSB

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Tender

01 Feb 2021 at 11:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The tender, titled "GB-London: T1221 ADHERE Low adhesion driving policies," is initiated by the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) to enhance guidance for the GB rail industry regarding low adhesion driving policies. This project is classified under research and development services, specifically aimed at gathering evidence to support train operating companies and freight operators, amongst others. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an end date for submission set for 5 March 2021. The contract period spans from 19 April 2021 to 7 January 2022, with an estimated contract value of £100,000 and a minimum value of £50,000. The delivery will take place in London, United Kingdom, and the procurement method adopted is an open procedure.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to engage in the rail industry and contribute to the enhancement of safety and performance standards. Companies with expertise in research, development services, and consultancy related to railway operations and safety would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Furthermore, the supplier engagement meeting on 11 February 2021 allows potential suppliers to understand project specifications better and discuss resource needs, making it an excellent platform for establishing strategic connections and showcasing capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: T1221 ADHERE Low adhesion driving policies

Notice Description

This project aims to provide the GB rail industry with guidance and evidence on suitable low adhesion driving policies, to enable a more consistent and effective approach on traction and braking under low adhesion conditions, facilitating an improvement in safe performance. The project shall identify how drivers can make best use of available on-train equipment, producing separate guidance and evidence for: *Train Operating Companies (TOCs) *Freight Operating Companies (FOCs) *On-track machine (OTM) operators To support the above, the project shall also evaluate the intended and actual use of existing in-cab low adhesion warning lights, to propose the ideal driver and vehicle response, helping inform appropriate driving policies 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. PLEASE NOTE A supplier engagement meeting has been arranged for 11 February 2021 at 14:00 - 15:30. The meeting will be held remotely on Microsoft Teams The purpose of this meeting is to: *Provide an overview of the project *Provide interested suppliers an opportunity to discuss and better understand the research specification Suppliers should be prepared to discuss the following: *What resources and information would suppliers require, in order to deliver robust outcomes? *What are the challenges and barriers to delivering this work? What enablers would support successful delivery of the project? Suppliers wishing to attend the event must confirm the name and email address of all attendees to Tanja.Odinsen@rssb.co.uk by 14:00 10 February, you will then be issued with an invite to the meeting.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e43c884d-ef55-4398-a91c-2bc72bf3833a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1986d936-d945-4fb2-b33e-d3811d9c924c
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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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
1 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Apr 2021 - 7 Jan 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
Tanja Odinsen
Contact Email
tanja.odinsen@rssb.co.uk
Contact Phone
02031425351

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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