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title: "RSSB 2387- T1098 - 02 - Identifying mitigations for the risk of unplanned movement of wheelchairs and pushchairs on station platforms"
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# RSSB 2387- T1098 - 02 - Identifying mitigations for the risk of unplanned movement of wheelchairs and pushchairs on station platforms

Buyer: RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a1dc8456-5036-4412-bdc2-bd954463a0af

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## Summary

The Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited is currently running a tender titled "RSSB 2387- T1098 - 02 - Identifying mitigations for the risk of unplanned movement of wheelchairs and pushchairs on station platforms" located in London, England (postcode EC2M 2RB). This procurement process, classified under the CPV code "73000000" (Research and development services and related consultancy services), is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 19th December 2016. The total value of the contract is £81,000, with a minimum value set at £70,000, and the contract is expected to commence on 13th February 2017 and run until 28th February 2018. The procurement method is an open procedure, encouraging wider participation from interested parties.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in research and development, particularly those focused on safety consultancy and risk mitigation strategies. Companies with expertise in designing safety solutions for public transport systems or those that can innovate solutions for the specific challenges faced by passengers with wheelchairs and pushchairs will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. It also opens avenues for collaboration with stakeholders in the railway industry, enhancing reputational growth and further business prospects.

## Notice

A 2014 Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) report reviewed two comparable incidents: I. Wheelchair rolling onto track at Southend Central station (28 August 2013); II. Pushchair rolling onto track at Whyteleafe station (18 September 2013). In both incidents, RAIB identified the immediate cause by stating that 'the wheelchair and pushchair... were able to roll because the brakes were not applied and there were slopes present on both platforms'. The report identified 3 wheelchair and 12 pushchair incidents associated with roll-off type events on GB's main line railway since 2001. It also identified 4 publicised pushchair incidents abroad (since the publication of the RAIB report, there have been several pushchair incidents abroad involving fatalities). RAIB issued 4 recommendations to industry, of which the following recommendation (Recommendation 2) triggered this research proposal: * 'Network Rail in consultation with the Association of Train Operating Companies, RSSB and the Department for Transport, should (as part of the national strategy for managing the platform train interface risk) arrange for work to be undertaken to determine when a slope towards the railway could become a significant hazard, and ways of mitigating the risk. The scope of the exercise should consider: * All slopes on platforms including those that have been installed intentionally (for example to accommodate changes in level along the platform length); * At what point a slope towards the railway makes it more likely than not that a wheelchair or pushchair without brakes applied could roll away, taking account of modern designs of such equipment; and * Other factors such as how individuals perceive a slope hazard, the most appropriate way to highlight the hazard, appropriate methods to influence public behaviour, and other ways of mitigating the risk. * Once the work is complete the industry should publish appropriate guidance, including consideration of standardisation in the contents of signage, announcements, etc...' Recommendation 3 made by the RAIB was directed at ATOC (RDG) and required: * 'As an interim measure, pending the outcome of the research identified in recommendation 2, and in consultation with passenger groups including those representing the interest of disabled passengers, to review the findings of the report and seek to understand the ways in which the risk of wheelchairs and pushchairs rolling onto the track can be more effectively managed by operators. This review should include consideration of: * Locations where passengers may need to remove both their hands from a pushchair or wheelchair because of the nature of another task to be performed (eg at a ticket machine or shop/kiosk); * Reference to any existing good practice in this area; and * Measures that could most effectively

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24a6597e-323c-42f8-9807-32260a61f17c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2017 - 28 Feb 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £81,000 |
| 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

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2016 at 12:50 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24a6597e-323c-42f8-9807-32260a61f17c
- 13 Dec 2016 at 09:14 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24a6597e-323c-42f8-9807-32260a61f17c
- 9 Dec 2016 at 15:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24a6597e-323c-42f8-9807-32260a61f17c
- 5 Dec 2016 at 09:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24a6597e-323c-42f8-9807-32260a61f17c
- 29 Nov 2016 at 13:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24a6597e-323c-42f8-9807-32260a61f17c
- 24 Nov 2016 at 09:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24a6597e-323c-42f8-9807-32260a61f17c
- 23 Nov 2016 at 14:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24a6597e-323c-42f8-9807-32260a61f17c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24a6597e-323c-42f8-9807-32260a61f17c
  16th December 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/66ca3a44-9021-435c-ad19-97e810cccf6f
  RSSB 2387- T1098 - 02 - Identifying mitigations for the risk of unplanned movement of wheelchairs and pushchairs on station platforms - Invitation To Tender
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f15681e0-79d5-4f13-b95d-fdf1575ba3fe
  RSSB 2387- T1098 - 02 - Identifying mitigations for the risk of unplanned movement of wheelchairs and pushchairs - Research and Development Terms & Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/208c762c-0a5c-4642-93a9-9ab5ec5ae95b
  Pricing Document
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b5e417bc-a27c-4ea8-ba4f-7525040b324c
  ATOCGN022 Iss 1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e82e3df2-cf44-449f-ab54-a773f87832b3
  NR_SIN_140
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/094f326c-1f47-4e1c-ad8d-fa076c927276
  T1098_HAZID_Report_v1.5
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/14298f84-a813-40c3-bc56-35514ce258e8
  T1098_Supplier_Engagement_171116_V1.1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c25ef494-fd0d-4891-9ebf-fe81a2413c2e
  RSSB 2387- T1098 - 02 - Identifying mitigations for the risk of unplanned movement of wheelchairs and pushchairs on st - Tender Question & Answer Document
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/85434a1e-2eba-4808-850f-52332464e049
  RSSB 2387- T1098 - 02 - Identifying mitigations for the risk of unplanned movement of wheelchairs and pushchairs on st - Tender Question & Answer Document - 5th December
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/df4bd529-5da7-440d-9765-ddbbd96c02ac
  RSSB 2387- T1098 - 02 - Identifying mitigations for the risk of unplanned movement of wheelchairs and pushchairs on st - Tender Question & Answer Document - 9thDecember
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fa71bcfe-8ad5-4425-a5cb-670dfbc33e30
  RSSB 2387- T1098 - 02 - Identifying mitigations for the risk of unplanned movement of wheelchairs and pushchairs on st - Tender Question & Answer Document - 13th December
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9393872b-50e9-4eb0-a689-5a47b81bcc98
  RSSB 2387- T1098 - 02 - Identifying mitigations for the risk of unplanned movement of wheelchairs and pushchairs on st - Tender Question & Answer Document - 16th December

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