--- title: "T1205 Relationship between train horn test measurements and perceived sound levels on the track" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4a7425c5-bba5-4769-8254-13f0b50f4d61" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4a7425c5-bba5-4769-8254-13f0b50f4d61" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4a7425c5-bba5-4769-8254-13f0b50f4d61.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4a7425c5-bba5-4769-8254-13f0b50f4d61.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED" published: "2020-02-14" --- # T1205 Relationship between train horn test measurements and perceived sound levels on the track Buyer: RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a7425c5-bba5-4769-8254-13f0b50f4d61 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4a7425c5-bba5-4769-8254-13f0b50f4d61) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4a7425c5-bba5-4769-8254-13f0b50f4d61.json) ## Summary The Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited is currently planning a procurement process titled "T1205 Relationship between train horn test measurements and perceived sound levels on the track." This project, classified under research and development services, aims to assess the audible distance of train horns in various environments. An engagement deadline is set for 26 February 2020, and a pre-tender supplier meeting will be held on 28 February 2020 at the RSSB offices located at The Helicon, 1 South Place, London. Interested suppliers should register with Delta eSourcing to access necessary tender documents when the tender goes live. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research and consultancy services, particularly those focusing on safety and standards within the railway sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the emphasis on their suitability for this project. Engaging in this process may enable firms to leverage their expertise in acoustic research and contribute knowledge that may enhance railway safety and operational efficiency. ## Notice Building upon documented requirements and previous studies, this project sets out to ascertain the distance(s) at which train horns installed and set within Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSI) and Notified National Technical Rules (NTR) limits can be effectively heard by track workers, considering the anticipated range of environmental and topographical parameters. Audible warning devices (horns) are fitted to trains so that these can be utilised in a number of situations, including: * To warn people that a train is about to move (in sidings, etc) * When approaching anyone on or near the line * As a train enters and leaves a tunnel * When approaching some public foot crossings where there is no other form of warning available. A pre-tender suppliers meeting has been arranged for 28 February 2020 at 10:00 - 11:30, at RSSB's offices in Moorgate, London. (The Helicon, 1 South Place, London, EC2M 2RB) The purpose of this meeting is to: * Provide an outline of the project proposal * Provide interested suppliers an opportunity to discuss, understand and inform the research specification. Suppliers wishing to attend in person or by dialling into the meeting should contact Tanja.Odinsen@rssb.co.uk to confirm attendance by 26 February 15:00. Additional information: Please note that you must be a registered supplier with Delta eSourcing in order to access the relevant tender documents when the tender goes live. You can register as a supplier with Delta via https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdd09b20-4fae-46a8-b544-bbafb9479dac | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Feb 2020 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 26 Feb 2020 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED | | 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 - 14 Feb 2020 at 10:04 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdd09b20-4fae-46a8-b544-bbafb9479dac - 14 Feb 2020 at 09:55 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdd09b20-4fae-46a8-b544-bbafb9479dac ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdd09b20-4fae-46a8-b544-bbafb9479dac 14th February 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9becc8f7-8a4b-4908-85e5-4bd594612ea6 T1205- Relationship between train horn test measurements and perceived sound levels on the track - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9394ee68-0e94-4002-bc81-93a8da8cfa98 T1205 Relationship between train horn test measurements and perceived sound levels on the track ## Notice URLs - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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