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title: "902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction"
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# 902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction

Buyer: RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-48063ccb-7eb5-4e50-bb81-c6d2f00da903

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## Summary

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) is inviting tenders for research services under the title "902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction." This procurement, classified under CPV code 73110000, aims to review and enhance the current operational response to running trains in both directions on a line that is signalled for one direction only. The tender process is open and follows an open procedure. Key dates include the tender period ending on 16 December 2024 at 12:00 PM, with the contract period commencing from 20 January 2025 and concluding on 19 September 2026. The project is relevant to regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, and the rest of the world. The total contract value is approximately GBP 280,000.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in research services, especially those specialising in railway safety and operational efficiency. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as organisations involved in social enterprise and voluntary and community sectors (VCSE) are particularly well-suited to compete. By addressing critical challenges in the railway industry, businesses participating in this tender can strengthen their portfolio and enhance their reputation in providing innovative solutions to complex problems within the transportation sector.

## Notice

RSSB is seeking to procure research to review the current operational response to running trains in both directions on a line signalled in only one direction. It is intended that this new approach enable a quicker and more effective response to incidents, overcoming existing barriers while being less resource intensive, and provide adequate control for the specific risks associated with the method of working.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02244f12-5c07-478c-90ad-4df395844a76 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2025 - 19 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £280,000 |
| 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 STANDARDS BOARD (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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 14 Nov 2024 at 15:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02244f12-5c07-478c-90ad-4df395844a76

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02244f12-5c07-478c-90ad-4df395844a76
  14th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./D4934D7NK9
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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