--- title: "GB-London: T1205 Relationship between train horn test measurements and perceived sound levels on the track" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1ebfbe90-fabd-42d2-bce0-a30f978d3fd3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1ebfbe90-fabd-42d2-bce0-a30f978d3fd3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1ebfbe90-fabd-42d2-bce0-a30f978d3fd3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1ebfbe90-fabd-42d2-bce0-a30f978d3fd3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RSSB" published: "2020-03-26" --- # GB-London: T1205 Relationship between train horn test measurements and perceived sound levels on the track Buyer: RSSB Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1ebfbe90-fabd-42d2-bce0-a30f978d3fd3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1ebfbe90-fabd-42d2-bce0-a30f978d3fd3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1ebfbe90-fabd-42d2-bce0-a30f978d3fd3.json) ## Summary The RSSB (Rail Safety and Standards Board) is currently conducting a tender titled "GB-London: T1205 Relationship between train horn test measurements and perceived sound levels on the track." This opportunity falls under the research and development services category and is located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period set to conclude on 2nd April 2020. The contract is valued between £100,000 and £500,000, with a contract start date of 4th May 2020, extending until 29th January 2021. Due to the COVID-19 situation, the deadline for submissions has been extended by one week to accommodate potential constraints faced by tenderers. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in research services and related consultancy. Businesses with expertise in auditory research, sound level measurements, and safety testing would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Participating in this project not only enhances a company's portfolio but also positions it as a contributor to public safety standards in the railway sector amidst the ongoing challenges posed by the pandemic. ## Notice NOTE: This notice was updated on 26 March 2020 for the following reason: Addendum - Guidance Notes to Tenderers - Relationship between train horn test measurements and perceived sound levels on the track (T1205)) Due to the escalating COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation, RSSB has extended the submission deadline for 'Relationship between train horn test measurements and perceived sound levels on the track' (T1205-02) by one week, to provide more time for tenderers. Tenderers are now asked to explicitly outline the approach they would undertake if COVID-19 restrictions have not lifted by June 2020. Included below are the following updated sections: *Weighted award criteria *Procurement timeline Changes are highlighted in bold italics and supersede previously published material and can be found in the document section for the tenderbox T1205 in Delta. If you have any queries please submit via the Delta message centre.(Building upon documented requirements and previous studies, this project sets out to ascertain the distance(s) at which train horns installed and set within prescribed standards can be effectively heard by track workers, considering the range of external factors that affect horn audibility.) 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/a47b8c27-17dd-4ed3-b233-dff229b52617 | | 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 | 26 Mar 2020 | | Submission deadline | 2 Apr 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 May 2020 - 29 Jan 2021 | | 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 - 26 Mar 2020 at 14:50 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a47b8c27-17dd-4ed3-b233-dff229b52617 - 5 Mar 2020 at 16:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a47b8c27-17dd-4ed3-b233-dff229b52617 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a47b8c27-17dd-4ed3-b233-dff229b52617 26th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-T1205-Relationship-between-train-horn-test-measurements-and-perceived-sound-levels-on-the-track/6QN5U9QNQY Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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