Train Driver Simulators

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                "description": "Chiltern Railways are running a Request for Information relating to the purchase of 1 x full cab simulator and 6 x desktop/lite Train Driver Simulators. We are looking for suppliers/OEMs who have extensive experience in supplying simulators to UK based train operators. To take part in this engagement please email iain.alexander@chilternrailways.co.uk by 9th June 2025, with your name, email address, position and contact number. The purpose of the engagement is to conduct a market testing exercise only, and will not formally begin the procurement nor constitute any commitment to undertake any procurement exercise. Any discussions are solely for the purpose of information gathering and planning purposes. The responses that you provide will help shape Chiltern Railways procurement strategy.",
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                            "description": "This will be a Key Contract under Chiltern National Rail Agreement , and the supplier will be required to need to sign a Umbrella Direct Agreement with the Secretary of State for Transport, under the Railways Act 1993 (as amended from time to time including pursuant to the Transport Act 2000 and the Railways Act 2005). CHILTERN is entitled to terminate the Contract in full by giving not less than 3 months written notice. The Supplier shall have or demonstrate they can obtain the following insurances with a reputable insurer: Employer's liability insurance PS10m. Public liability insurance PS10m. Professional indemnity insurance PS2m. Product Liability insurance PS10m. Comply with the Arriva Code of Conduct. Please see the ITP for further information."
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            "features": "This procurement will consist of the following Stages. Stage 1 - Invitation to Participate (ITP) which includes a procurement specific questionnaire (PSQ). Bidders who are successfully shortlisted in Stage 1 will be invited to participate in Stage 2. Stage 2 - Invitation to Tender. Stage 3 - Bidder Briefing Event Stage 4 - Demonstration. Stage 5 - BAFO Stage 6 - Preferred Bidder Stage and Contract Award."
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        "submissionMethodDetails": "Access to the procurement documents is restricted. Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge. To access the Procurement Documents: CHILTERN will be using the Market Dojo e-platform for this Procurement. Bidders should use the link https://marketdojo.com/market-dojo-sign-up/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier. Once a Bidder is logged into Market Dojo it will be able to locate the Procurement by clicking Train Driver Simulators - Invitation to Participate and searching for the reference number 0B44F9D7C4",
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