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title: "GB-London: Sander dependability assessment"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-537db0c6-2231-4795-8acf-27fcfb6aeea4"
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# GB-London: Sander dependability assessment

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-537db0c6-2231-4795-8acf-27fcfb6aeea4

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by the RSSB (Rail Safety and Standards Board) for a contract titled "Sander dependability assessment". This project falls under the research and development consultancy services sector and is located in London, UK. The procurement is currently in the 'active' tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 11th March 2021. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £50,000 to £100,000, and the contract period will commence on 12th April 2021 and conclude on 17th September 2021. The procurement is following an open procedure method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in research that can enhance industry standards for sanding systems, particularly in vehicle safety applications. Businesses with expertise in reliability assessments, engineering consultancy, or related fields would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, fostering broader industry awareness and advancements in operational practices.

## Notice

Deliver a rationale that provides the quantification of a target dependability value for multiple unit sanders, vehicle installation arrangements and associated maintenance practices, improving industry's awareness of the ability of sanding systems to play their key role in autumn braking when adhesion is low. 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/278fa829-e241-4119-a4e5-1a1a25144376 |
| 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 | 16 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Apr 2021 - 17 Sep 2021 |
| 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 | 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

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2021 at 13:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/278fa829-e241-4119-a4e5-1a1a25144376

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/278fa829-e241-4119-a4e5-1a1a25144376
  16th February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-Sander-dependability-assessment/SUV9A5VZQ7
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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