--- title: "RSSB1982 Supplier Assurance Management Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-87f85a53-40bf-4f9a-9fca-dc0160f58eb6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-87f85a53-40bf-4f9a-9fca-dc0160f58eb6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-87f85a53-40bf-4f9a-9fca-dc0160f58eb6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-87f85a53-40bf-4f9a-9fca-dc0160f58eb6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED" published: "2017-01-18" --- # RSSB1982 Supplier Assurance Management Services Buyer: RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-87f85a53-40bf-4f9a-9fca-dc0160f58eb6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-87f85a53-40bf-4f9a-9fca-dc0160f58eb6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-87f85a53-40bf-4f9a-9fca-dc0160f58eb6.json) ## Summary The Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited is procuring Supplier Assurance Management Services under the title "RSSB1982". This public procurement is categorised under the software package and information systems industry, with additional classifications including database software development and auditing services. The tender period ends on 23rd January 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 30th June 2017 and last until 31st March 2021. The selected procurement method for this process is a selective negotiated procedure with an estimated value of £15 million and a minimum value of £7.5 million. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software development and IT services, particularly those that have experience with complex qualification schemes or auditing processes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, ensuring they demonstrate their capabilities in the relevant areas. The provision of both data collection and verification services makes this opportunity suitable for companies with expertise in handling supplier assessments and compliance with industry standards. ## Notice The current Rail Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme (RISQS) was developed to assist buyers search for suppliers working or wishing to work within Great Britain's (GB) Rail Industry by providing a fair, open and transparent third party qualification process. RISQS helps to reduce the duplication of effort that organisations see from capability checks (e.g. Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and systems assessments) carried out by multiple buyers. It gives suppliers of all sizes an equal opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities and market their products and services whilst ensuring compliance to cross industry standards. RISQS services include collection of the industry's supplier pre-qualification questionnaire, verification of the data provided and audits for suppliers that have indicated they provide services that require audit. The electronic collection and verification of data Services are included in Lot 1 and the audit Services in Lot 2. Please see associated specifications for further details. Additional information: Due to technical issues with Contracts Finder Appendix C is divided in 3 documents. We expect this to be rectified by close of play 09/12/16. Should you need to review this appendix before then please contract shareditt@rssb.co.uk. Please submit your responses before the deadline given in this notice by emailing shareditt@rssb.co.uk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Jan 2017 | | Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Jun 2017 - 31 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £15,000,000 | | 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 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 72212610 - Database software development services - 72222300 - Information technology services - 72253000 - Helpdesk and support services - 79212000 - Auditing services ## Release History - 18 Jan 2017 at 10:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def - 12 Jan 2017 at 16:11 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def - 11 Jan 2017 at 11:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def - 23 Dec 2016 at 11:16 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def - 14 Dec 2016 at 15:11 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def - 13 Dec 2016 at 10:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def - 9 Dec 2016 at 13:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def - 9 Dec 2016 at 11:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def - 9 Dec 2016 at 09:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def - 9 Dec 2016 at 09:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8a9894-77e4-4528-ba18-9784ed4b9def 18th January 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/69dfa297-e56b-41c3-8f8c-0db417a67076 SSQ Gudiance Notes - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5b095f96-6b94-4d55-9070-70151dc90a40 RSSB1982 Standard Supplier Questionnaire - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ade43527-89b5-48b3-a3b0-bfdc0e77cc73 RSSB1982 ITN Guidance Notes - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5a06ed43-8f83-4285-a1fe-5adf7ee6315a RSSB1982 Appendix A Schedule of Requirements - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/660b969a-6f9c-4cf8-9dd7-237f875da3e7 RSSB1982 Appendix B Schedule of Requirements - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/10fed19e-18ae-4b0a-97f9-1d86118934ae RSSB1982 Appendix D Form of Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/84af8c7b-5c32-46ec-92eb-78183ff2ce98 RSSB1982 Appendix E Pricing Schedule - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3ac25495-8543-4849-a97f-9eeab1233b6e RSSB1982 Appendix F Draft Contract Lot 1 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/21260975-eee8-4868-b4ec-929e90e3d389 RSSB1982 Appendix F Draft Contract Lot 2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3f525bd0-9b07-40ea-b0c3-395728d2a580 RSSB1982 Appendix G Draft Contract Schedules Lot 1 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c2cc0eeb-cb27-43b6-a00c-2f327eeb1f88 RSSB1982 Appendix G Draft Contract Schedules Lot 2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/86b18a08-6078-4665-a1fb-e20bb4b60f34 RSSB1982 Appendix C Data Room Documents 1 of 3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/00a3baf0-6c23-4b32-b6dd-4dbea9170d36 RSSB1982 Appendix C Data Room Documents 2 of 3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3535965e-b186-4a49-9b1c-7132692ccc74 RSSB1982 Appendix C Data Room Documents 3 of 3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/587374f2-ccb3-47a2-a72c-c34340a13857 RSSB1982 SSQ Guidance Notes v2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0cf38145-e26d-4b00-8a16-3a9aa2a3ded6 RSSB1982 Appendix F Draft Contract Lot 2 v2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8154938e-ed8c-40c6-924d-9b178103d950 RSSB1982 Standard Supplier Questionnaire - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/60a92fdd-620b-45af-b9cf-c318c16b35dd RSSB1982 ITN Guidance Notes v2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cc29b458-3dc3-4536-8ad3-30c196301160 RSSB 1982 Supplier Clarification Questions v1 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9e8d886f-f659-46cf-a265-f0f2ac5c0d56 Supplier Clarification Questions v2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5f67894d-7ad3-4f0e-b0dc-1e5dca75b078 RSSB1982 SSQ Guidance Notes v3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5bfe7199-1b76-4896-ad33-977924d0a0d8 RSSB 1982 Supplier Clarification Questions v3 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/68ccdb85-bee6-4a69-9aba-c645d0c69c4f RSSB1982 Appendix B Schedule of Requirements v2 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/05f0fae3-c71c-49a3-ba55-c87ca14d3547 RSSB1982 Appendix B Schedule of Requirements v2 ## Notice URLs - http://www.rssb.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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