--- title: "Coventry VLR (Very Light Rail) Concept Design for a Low Cost Trackform" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5881b519-639c-4ec6-9583-d3bc37e16ecd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5881b519-639c-4ec6-9583-d3bc37e16ecd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5881b519-639c-4ec6-9583-d3bc37e16ecd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5881b519-639c-4ec6-9583-d3bc37e16ecd.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK" published: "2018-09-13" --- # Coventry VLR (Very Light Rail) Concept Design for a Low Cost Trackform Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5881b519-639c-4ec6-9583-d3bc37e16ecd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5881b519-639c-4ec6-9583-d3bc37e16ecd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5881b519-639c-4ec6-9583-d3bc37e16ecd.json) ## Summary The University of Warwick is inviting tenders for the "Coventry VLR (Very Light Rail) Concept Design for a Low Cost Trackform". The procurement falls under the industry category of track construction works and is located in Coventry, United Kingdom. Currently in the open procurement stage, the tender's submission deadline is set for 13th March 2019 at 23:59:59 UTC. This tender is being processed through an open procedure, which is suitable for all interested parties to compete. The overall goal is to develop a low-cost, low-carbon rail transport system as part of the Coventry Very Light Rail project. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction, engineering, and consultancy sectors, particularly those with expertise in railway construction and design. Companies that specialise in innovative transport solutions, lightweight materials, and rail technology would be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging in this project not only allows businesses to contribute to a forward-thinking public transport endeavour but also positions them in a growing market focused on sustainability and modern infrastructure development. ## Notice The University of Warwick are looking to tender for concept design, Construction, Consultancy and analysis work for a novel low cost trackform for the Coventry Very Light Rail project. The Coventry VLR (Very Light Rail) project is a research and development programme to develop a novel, low-cost, low-carbon rail-based public transport system for operation within the city of Coventry. The programme is a collaboration between WMG (University of Warwick), Coventry City Council (CCC) and Transport for West Midlands (TfWM). The overall programme is conceived to deliver an affordable rail based system, capable of on-and off-street running, marketable to the general public, and have low-carbon light-weight self-propelled vehicles which are emissions free at the point of use. The vision is for an innovative trackform, which causes minimal disruption to the locality during on-site installation thus providing a step-change in light-rail installation costs. Further, the design should encompass the requirements of all stakeholders, including, but not limited to, utility companies (gas, electricity, telephone, etc.), staff and passengers, pedestrians, other road vehicles including cyclists, local businesses, other statutory undertakers and system operator. As part of the larger programme, a novel, lightweight vehicle is being developed, along with a potential route offering suitable economic viability. The development of a rail network requires a fully integrated systems approach, ensuring compatibility, consistency and cost-effectiveness. As such, the supplier will be expected to interact with the project partners, including CCC, TfWM and the vehicle development consortium, as well as any other companies that assist with the development of the Coventry VLR programme. In order to express interest in this opportunity and download some further details please go to the University of Warwick In-Tend supplier portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick). The University of Warwick is not a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended) and its procurement activities are not subject to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 or the obligations under the European Public Procurement Directives, including the European Remedies Directive. Advertisement of any contract in the Official Journal of the European Union or Contracts Finder is at the sole discretion of the University and is undertaken on a voluntary basis with no implied obligation to comply with the procurement legislation. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec4283af-db02-42b0-a0ab-013cdaa08c45 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Sep 2018 | | Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Mar 2019 - 16 Mar 2019 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK | | Locality | COVENTRY | | Post town | Coventry | | Postcode | CV4 7AL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry | | Local authority | Coventry | | Electoral ward | Wainbody | | Westminster constituency | Coventry South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 45 - Construction work - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) - 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 34600000 - Railway and tramway locomotives and rolling stock and associated parts - 34946000 - Railway-track construction materials and supplies - 45234100 - Railway construction works - 45234116 - Track construction works - 45234129 - Urban railway track construction works - 60200000 - Railway transport services - 63711000 - Support services for railway transport - 71311230 - Railway engineering services - 71631470 - Railway-track inspection services ## Release History - 13 Sep 2018 at 14:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec4283af-db02-42b0-a0ab-013cdaa08c45 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec4283af-db02-42b0-a0ab-013cdaa08c45 13th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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