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title: "922804081 T1370 Developments on the Use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locators"
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# 922804081 T1370 Developments on the Use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locators

Buyer: RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-99191f0d-a671-4df9-a8e9-f64f82a5561f

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## Summary

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) is initiating a tender to commission research aimed at updating "Guidance on the Use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locator for Railway Applications". This contract falls under the industry category of research services and is open for proposal submissions until 11 April 2025 at 12:00. The process is currently in the tender stage, with a contract value of £175,000. The location for the services spans British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method for this tender is an open procedure, which commenced on 7 March 2025 and is set to start on 12 May 2025, concluding on 11 November 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research, particularly SMEs. Companies with expertise in satellite positioning technology and rail applications are well-suited for this contract. The open procurement method allows greater accessibility and competition, promoting business growth for entities capable of delivering innovative research solutions that meet the current needs of the GB rail industry. Successful participation can lead to increased visibility and future contracts within the rail sector.

## Notice

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate Instead of: 08/04/2025 Time: 12:00 Read: 11/04/2025 12:00 RSSB is seeking to procure research to inform the update of GEGN8578 "Guidance on the Use of On-Train Satellite Positioning Technology Based Locator for Railway Applications" to reflect the GB rail industry's needs today.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b2da7a5-de0f-4a26-b58d-e90d91ed1b58 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 May 2025 - 11 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £175,000 |
| 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 STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC3M 5AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Aldgate |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2025 at 11:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b2da7a5-de0f-4a26-b58d-e90d91ed1b58
- 7 Mar 2025 at 16:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b2da7a5-de0f-4a26-b58d-e90d91ed1b58

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b2da7a5-de0f-4a26-b58d-e90d91ed1b58
  26th March 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./388RY9K6Q6
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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