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1049366347 T1418 Opportunities for battery-powered trains to improve the safety and efficiency of the 3rd rail DC network

RSSB

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09 Jul 2026 at 05:36

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The RSSB, based in London, is currently in the tender phase for a contract titled "1049366347 T1418 Opportunities for battery-powered trains to improve the safety and efficiency of the 3rd rail DC network". This procurement is categorised under research services, with a focus on retrofitting traction batteries to improve the rail network's performance. Interested parties should note the key dates: the enquiry period ends on 5th August 2026, while the tender submission deadline is on 12th August 2026. The contract is valued at £180,000 (net) and follows an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions in English. The anticipated contract period is from 14th September 2026 to 13th September 2027.

This tender offers significant business opportunities, particularly for research and engineering firms specialising in railway technologies and battery innovation. Companies adept at providing high-quality research and showcasing robust project management skills will find the criteria favourable, with a strong emphasis on tenderer’s understanding, experience, and risk management. The opportunity is particularly suitable for SMEs, as stated in the suitability criteria, creating a welcoming environment for smaller enterprises to engage and thrive. Successful bids could help firms establish and strengthen their presence in the rail industry sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

1049366347 T1418 Opportunities for battery-powered trains to improve the safety and efficiency of the 3rd rail DC network

Notice Description

This research explores the opportunities that retrofitting modest capacity traction batteries to EMUs present to improve the safety and efficiency of the 3rd rail DC network. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./BDVX695X5H To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/BDVX695X5H

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c6e2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064434-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - 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

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RSSB
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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Notice Documents

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