Tender

902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction

RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)

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Tender

14 Nov 2024 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) has launched an active tender titled "902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction". This procurement falls under the Research Services industry category and is aligned with CPV code 73110000. The initiative aims to enhance the operational response for trains running bi-directionally on a line initially signalled for one direction, reducing resource intensity and managing specific risks effectively. Interested suppliers are invited to submit their bids by 12:00 PM on 16 December 2024. The procurement is managed through an open procedure, with the project expected to commence in January 2025 and complete within 12 to 18 months.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the capabilities in rail safety research and operational response solutions to contribute to a high-impact project. Businesses that specialise in innovative railway safety solutions, operational efficiency, and risk management will find this contract particularly advantageous. With a project budget of £280,000, this initiative promises a meaningful engagement that can drive business growth, enhance market presence, and foster long-term collaborations with the Rail Safety Standards Board.

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Notice Title

902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction

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/D4934D7NK9

Options: RSSB expects the work to start in January 2025, and envisage this research to complete within 18 months and ideally be completed within 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b689
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036893-2024
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
14 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 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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