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title: "GB-London: T1196 - Development of a suite of pantograph gauges"
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# GB-London: T1196 - Development of a suite of pantograph gauges

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0544e909-37fa-452a-9035-cc9f5bf2b925

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## Summary

The RSSB is seeking to procure a project titled "T1196 - Development of a suite of pantograph gauges," aimed at enhancing compatibility assessments of rolling stock and pantographs within the rail industry. This project falls under the classification of research and development services and is located in London, United Kingdom. The tender process is currently active and operates under an open procurement method. The deadline for submission of tenders is set for 22nd January 2020, with the contract period expected to span from 3rd February 2020 until 31st August 2020. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £100,000 to £500,000, emphasising a significant opportunity for interested parties.

This tender represents an excellent growth opportunity particularly suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research services or related consultancy within the rail sector. The development of pantograph gauges is critical for improving operational efficiencies in rail transport, and businesses with expertise in design, testing, or innovative solutions in this domain may find a competitive advantage in this procurement process. Participating in this project can facilitate collaboration and innovation in rolling stock introduction, potentially leading to cost reductions and enhanced performance within the industry.

## Notice

The primary objective of this project is to create a suite of pantograph gauges that can be used in the compatibility assessment of rolling stock/pantographs on different routes. In doing so the project will enable the rail industry to introduce/cascade rolling stock in a quicker and more cost-effective manner and additionally, knowledge developed in doing so could lead to improvements in pantograph/OCL system performance. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55b7a0e4-d5a1-4df9-a36f-596a63d5fe9e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2020 - 31 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RSSB |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2M 2RB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington |
| Local authority | Islington |
| Electoral ward | Bunhill |
| Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 27 Nov 2019 at 09:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55b7a0e4-d5a1-4df9-a36f-596a63d5fe9e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55b7a0e4-d5a1-4df9-a36f-596a63d5fe9e
  27th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-T1196---Development-of-a-suite-of-pantograph-gauges/2Q36X2HK5Z
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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