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title: "876033281 T1341 Framework for assessment of technologies to deliver reliable braking in low adhesion conditions"
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# 876033281 T1341 Framework for assessment of technologies to deliver reliable braking in low adhesion conditions

Buyer: RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b91f0b4e-dc20-40f5-aba7-fbaa252107de

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## Summary

The Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) is inviting tenders for a framework to assess technologies aimed at ensuring reliable braking in low adhesion conditions. This procurement project, titled "876033281 T1341," falls under the industry category of research services (CPV code 73110000) and will involve economic operators from various locations including the UK, Europe, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. The procurement stage is currently in the tender amendment phase, with key deadlines including the receipt of tenders extended to 13 September 2024, and the contract period scheduled from 21 October 2024 to 20 April 2026. Interested parties should note that this is an open procedure valued at £240,000 GBP.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses positioned within the research services sector, particularly those specialising in rail technology and safety. It represents a substantial growth opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as RSSB considers SMEs suitable for this procurement despite the selection being based solely on outlined criteria. Businesses adept in developing and assessing low adhesion mitigations or offering innovative solutions in technical adhesion management will find this tender especially suited to their capabilities. Expanding into such a strategic rail safety and technology assessment project can greatly enhance a business's portfolio and industry standing.

## 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: 6 September 2024 Read: 13 September 2024 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. RSSB is seeking to procure research to develop a 'technical adhesion management framework' which will set performance targets and assessment criteria against which low adhesion mitigations can be assessed. This will: *Support a strategic approach to deploying existing low adhesion mitigations *Provide for the assessment of new solutions for low adhesion management

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f14eaf87-69be-48ea-9178-ad8f8cb92228 |
| 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 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2024 - 20 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,000 |
| 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 |
| 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

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 16 Aug 2024 at 09:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f14eaf87-69be-48ea-9178-ad8f8cb92228
- 26 Jul 2024 at 10:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f14eaf87-69be-48ea-9178-ad8f8cb92228

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f14eaf87-69be-48ea-9178-ad8f8cb92228
  16th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./DYP9XZFSF7
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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