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953904621 T1375 Exploring methods to monitor and model the safety risk of battery trains as they are introduced to the

RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)

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28 May 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by the Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) based in London, located at 25 Fenchurch Avenue, EC3M 5AD. The process, titled "Exploring methods to monitor and model the safety risk of battery trains," falls under the industry category of research services. The tender aims to address safety risks in the rail industry as lithium-ion battery (LIB) trains replace diesel-only trains. The procurement stage is active, aiming for a planned start date of 11th July 2025 and an end date of 11th March 2026. The procurement method employed is an open competition below threshold, with a tender period closing on 27th June 2025. This cancelled procurement is planned to be republished with the potential for re-engagement.

This tender presents substantive opportunities for businesses specialising in research services and safety risk assessment, particularly those experienced in the rail industry. The project, valued at £120,000 gross, demands high-quality methodology and expertise, offering growth potential for suitable businesses that can demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of safety risk modelling and significant project management skills. Companies adept in cost management and project planning will benefit from engaging in this competitive opportunity. With a focus on quality over price, this tender is particularly fitting for research firms seeking to expand their footprint in the burgeoning field of transport innovation.

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Notice Title

953904621 T1375 Exploring methods to monitor and model the safety risk of battery trains as they are introduced to the

Notice Description

RSSB seeks to procure research to address the following research objectives: *Improve the rail industry's understanding of how the safety risk of a LIB train compares to the safety risk of a combustion engine train. *Enable the rail industry to model changes in the risk profiles associated with the phased introduction of LIB trains to the rail network to replace diesel-only trains. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./M67Q98ZAFJ To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/M67Q98ZAFJ

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052840
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028283-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Jul 2025 - 11 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@rssb.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2031425651

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3M 5AD
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Aldgate
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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