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title: "846934010 T1331 Review of AC electric rolling stock power limitations"
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buyer: "RSSB"
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# 846934010 T1331 Review of AC electric rolling stock power limitations

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-68ddd23c-efad-478d-baa8-7c503eca2bad

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## Summary

The buying organisation, RSSB, has completed a public procurement process titled "846934010 T1331 Review of AC electric rolling stock power limitations." This falls under the industry category of research services (CPV Code 73110000) and focuses on research into traction power parameters for AC electric rolling stock on the GB mainline railway network. The project spans several regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement followed an open procedure and transitioned to the award stage on 7th October 2024. The contract began on 8th October 2024 and will conclude on 8th September 2025, with a total project value of GBP 229,742.50.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the research services sector, particularly those experienced in railway systems and rolling stock technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were deemed suitable to compete for this contract. The awarded contract to Navitas Engineering demonstrates how businesses with expertise in engineering research can leverage such opportunities to expand their portfolio and enhance their industry credibility. This procurement process supports business growth by facilitating participation in high-value, regionally diverse projects that address critical infrastructure needs.

## Notice

RSSB is seeking to procure research to investigate the background and rationale for certain traction power parameters to which AC electric rolling stock are operating on the GB mainline railway network.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a78b3ae8-52a6-4fc2-b950-802baec49baa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2024 - 8 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £229,742 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £229,742 |
| 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 | NAVITAS ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 4 Nov 2024 at 12:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a78b3ae8-52a6-4fc2-b950-802baec49baa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a78b3ae8-52a6-4fc2-b950-802baec49baa
  4th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=900408202
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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