--- title: "RSSB2786 - RSSB research project COF-INT Inerter Prototype Development - Expression of Interest" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b4bea6fa-dc8d-410a-a4fb-42607a92ffe3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b4bea6fa-dc8d-410a-a4fb-42607a92ffe3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b4bea6fa-dc8d-410a-a4fb-42607a92ffe3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b4bea6fa-dc8d-410a-a4fb-42607a92ffe3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED" published: "2019-03-13" --- # RSSB2786 - RSSB research project COF-INT Inerter Prototype Development - Expression of Interest Buyer: RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b4bea6fa-dc8d-410a-a4fb-42607a92ffe3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b4bea6fa-dc8d-410a-a4fb-42607a92ffe3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b4bea6fa-dc8d-410a-a4fb-42607a92ffe3.json) ## Summary The Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited is currently in the planning stage of a tender for the research project titled "RSSB2786 - RSSB research project COF-INT Inerter Prototype Development." This project is aimed at exploring the benefits of inertance-integrated layouts in railway vehicle suspension to mitigate track damage and enhance ride comfort. Interested organisations are invited to submit their Expressions of Interest by 27th March 2019. The project falls under the category of research and development services, located in London, England. This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in engineering, simulation, and prototype development, particularly those with experience in railway systems or similar fields. Companies that can demonstrate relevant capabilities in modelling, design, and performance verification are encouraged to engage in this process, as the anticipated budget for this project ranges between £100,000 and £150,000. As a competitive tender, it allows for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to showcase their innovative solutions and contribute to advancements in railway technology. ## Notice RSSB is seeking Expressions of Interest from organisations who believe they have the necessary skillsets to deliver "RSSB2786 - RSSB research project COF-INT Inerter Prototype Development" Should your organisation believe that you can deliver "RSSB2786 - RSSB research project COF-INT Inerter Prototype Development" please email the following email address by COP Wednesday 27th March 2019: Shareditt@rssb.co.uk -- Request for Expressions of interest in RSSB research project COF-INT Inerter Prototype Development RSSB are seeking to further develop a recent project looking at the benefits of inertance-integrated layouts in the primary lateral suspension of railway vehicles to reduce track damage and improve ride comfort. The inerter is in commercial use in motorsport, but there have only been theoretical studies of possible benefits for railway vehicles so far. A preliminary research project (RSSB Project COF-UOH-20) has developed inerter models in MATLAB, VAMPIRE and SIMPACK and the potential benefit of their use has been quantified. This project aims to build on the previous study and develop and test the design of a physical railway inerter. Organisations with capabilities and experience in this area are invited to express their interest and experience in this activity in advance of the tender process. Scope of work: - Simulation and modelling - Extension of the previous modelling and simulation work to identify the potential benefits for a wider range of speeds and wheel conicities. - Prototype development - Development of a selection of inerter prototype designs that can deliver the modelled benefits, considering physical restrictions (weight and size). - Prototype verification - Modelling of the prototype to verify performance taking into consideration physical parameters. - Implementation planning - Detailed plan of next steps, covering how the physical railway inerter can be tested (considering small- and full-scale laboratory testing and on-track vehicle testing). Requested information in response: We are inviting suppliers to provide us a short summary of their capabilities and experience in this subject area to help us deliver a successful project. Taking into account the envisaged scope of work summary we would be pleased to receive a summary response (around 4 pages). Your comments are also welcome on our current indicative budget for this work of around PS100k to PS150k. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87d86053-06c2-49c9-8188-6c2e8f925ff6 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Mar 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 27 Mar 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | 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 - 13 Mar 2019 at 14:15 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87d86053-06c2-49c9-8188-6c2e8f925ff6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87d86053-06c2-49c9-8188-6c2e8f925ff6 13th March 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d44dc65b-c819-40e1-a28c-c4dfb34c5c7b RSSB2786 - RSSB research project COF-INT Inerter Prototype Development -EoI ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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