--- title: "GB-London: RSSB2687 - T1144 a desktop review of braking in snow conditions" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1f2806d1-f6f4-4bae-a7aa-d2236e9c469e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1f2806d1-f6f4-4bae-a7aa-d2236e9c469e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1f2806d1-f6f4-4bae-a7aa-d2236e9c469e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1f2806d1-f6f4-4bae-a7aa-d2236e9c469e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD" published: "2018-05-09" --- # GB-London: RSSB2687 - T1144 a desktop review of braking in snow conditions Buyer: RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1f2806d1-f6f4-4bae-a7aa-d2236e9c469e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1f2806d1-f6f4-4bae-a7aa-d2236e9c469e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1f2806d1-f6f4-4bae-a7aa-d2236e9c469e.json) ## Summary The Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) has issued a tender titled "GB-London: RSSB2687 - T1144 a desktop review of braking in snow conditions". This procurement, classified under Research and Development services, is based in London, UK, and is currently at the 'Tender' stage. The tender period is set to close on 11 May 2018, with an estimated contract value ranging from £50,000 to £100,000, and contract commencement scheduled for 28 May 2018 lasting until 31 May 2019. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing a diverse range of bidders to participate. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in research and consultancy related to transport and braking technologies. Companies with expertise in the latest developments in braking systems, especially those capable of conducting comprehensive literature reviews and piloting innovative solutions in snow conditions, will find this opportunity particularly beneficial for expanding their business. By engaging with this project, such businesses can enhance their portfolio and potentially secure future contracts in the rail industry. ## Notice NOTE: This notice was updated on 09 May 2018 for the following reason: The tender deadline has been extended to the 25th May 2018.Braking systems on modern rolling stock often uses a combination of regenerative, rheostatic or retarder braking, in addition to friction braking. Support for operators to help ensure braking systems continue to function while running in snow conditions is needed and the current approach typically used does not reflect the developments in braking technology. This project will carry out a literature review of current braking systems in snow conditions to make recommendations for a pilot which will be carried out during the 2018/19 winter period and then assess the data from the pilot to make recommendations for updates to existing guidance. 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/ced3a8cb-084e-4254-bc90-fd806e3a347b | | 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 | 9 May 2018 | | Submission deadline | 11 May 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 27 May 2018 - 31 May 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | 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 | RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD | | 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 ## Release History - 9 May 2018 at 08:09 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ced3a8cb-084e-4254-bc90-fd806e3a347b - 19 Apr 2018 at 14:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ced3a8cb-084e-4254-bc90-fd806e3a347b - 19 Apr 2018 at 14:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ced3a8cb-084e-4254-bc90-fd806e3a347b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ced3a8cb-084e-4254-bc90-fd806e3a347b 9th May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-RSSB2687---T1144-a-desktop-review-of-braking-in-snow-conditions/249V7F4NGX 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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