Tender

Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction [T1354]

RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)

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Tender

31 Oct 2024 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) has initiated an open procurement process to secure research services aimed at enabling unplanned bi-directional running on lines signalled for single-direction use. This project, titled "Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction [T1354]," falls under the research services industry category and seeks innovative approaches to improve operational responses to incidents, ensuring quicker and more efficient management. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a final submission deadline of 30th November 2024. The contract period is projected to last 360 days, beginning 2nd December 2024. This procurement opportunity is UK-based and accepts electronic and written submissions.

This tender creates significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies experienced in railway operations, safety research, and incident management. Businesses equipped with the capabilities to develop less resource-intensive, yet robust control measures for bi-directional train operation would find this contract highly relevant. The research aims to address existing operational challenges, making it an attractive prospect for firms specialising in innovative and practical railway solutions. The RSSB's role as the contracting authority reinforces the opportunity's credibility and potential for long-term engagement in the rail industry.

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Notice Title

Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction [T1354]

Notice Description

RSSB is seeking to procure research to review the current operational response to running trains in both directions on a line signalled in only one direction. It is intended that this new approach enable a quicker and more effective response to incidents, overcoming existing barriers while being less resource intensive, and provide adequate control for the specific risks associated with the method of working.

Lot Information

Lot 1

RSSB is seeking to procure research to review the current operational response to running trains in both directions on a line signalled in only one direction. It is intended that this new approach enable a quicker and more effective response to incidents, overcoming existing barriers while being less resource intensive, and provide adequate control for the specific risks associated with the method of working. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/NE739EZXT3

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b2f9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035348-2024
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
Not specified
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
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@rssb.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2031425351

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

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