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title: "GB-London: 882072869 T1358 Emissions testing of engines using diesel and hydrotreated vegetable oils and investigating in-service emissions monitors"
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# GB-London: 882072869 T1358 Emissions testing of engines using diesel and hydrotreated vegetable oils and investigating in-service emissions monitors

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-32421fa2-4b24-40dc-a54e-5b047a25dae1

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## Summary

RSSB, based in London, has completed a public procurement process for the project titled "GB-London: 882072869 T1358 Emissions testing of engines using diesel and hydrotreated vegetable oils and investigating in-service emissions monitors". This contract falls under the research services category, focusing on the assessment of pollutant emissions performance of diesel engines and HVOs. The contract, valued at GBP 128,302, was awarded through an open procedure. Ricardo Rail Ltd. has been selected as the supplier. The procurement stage has moved to the award phase, with the contract period set to begin on 4th November 2024 and end on 3rd July 2025. The project will be delivered across the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other international locations.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in emission testing and environmental research, particularly SMEs and organisations interested in sustainability initiatives. The contract's scope, involving the evaluation and reduction of engine emissions using alternative fuels, aligns well with the strategic goals of companies focusing on green technology and compliance with evolving emission standards. Businesses with expertise in research services and innovative emission reduction technologies are well-suited to meet the requirements and contribute effectively to the project's objectives.

## Notice

RSSB seeks to procure research to quantify the pollutant emissions performance of different diesel engines and test these against the applicable emission standards. The project will investigate and quantify emission performance changes using diesel and HVOs. 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/c44d04d4-bad2-4052-8fab-7135cd69c816 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Nov 2024 - 3 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £128,302 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £128,302 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RICARDO RAIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2025 at 17:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c44d04d4-bad2-4052-8fab-7135cd69c816

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c44d04d4-bad2-4052-8fab-7135cd69c816
  30th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=921653932
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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