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title: "GB-London: T1174-02 TPWS Overspeed Sensor System (OSS) Setting Optimisation"
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# GB-London: T1174-02 TPWS Overspeed Sensor System (OSS) Setting Optimisation

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bf5ba993-56a7-4383-bc58-c292d261f5c9

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the RSSB, focusing on the tender titled "GB-London: T1174-02 TPWS Overspeed Sensor System (OSS) Setting Optimisation." This initiative falls under the research and development services category, specifically targeting enhancements in operational performance through adjustments in TPWS timer settings. The tender is currently in the active stage and will close on 9th August 2019. The contract is set to commence on 16th September 2019 and continue until 29th May 2020, with a budget ranging from £50,000 to £100,000 and delivery expected in London, United Kingdom. This procurement process follows an open method approach, allowing for greater competition and engagement from various suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the research services sector, particularly those with expertise in railway systems and consultancy services. Companies that can address the specific objectives outlined—such as identifying factors influencing TPWS timer settings and assessing potential benefits or disadvantages of alternative settings—will be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this tender could enable businesses to expand their capabilities and showcase innovative solutions within the transportation industry, ultimately contributing to sustained growth and development opportunities.

## Notice

The overall objective of this project is to: Enable the industry to safely make TPWS deviations to improve operational performance by tackling unnecessary OSS activations through adjustments to on board timer settings. To achieve this overall objective the following sub objectives will need to be addressed: 1.Identify all factors involved in the setting of trainborne TPWS designated timer settings 2.Establish the potential benefits of adopting an alternative TPWS designated timer setting 3.Establish any potential disadvantages from adopting an alternative TPWS designated timer setting 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e82916d1-936d-4d0e-8e7a-6ed0639b25cb |
| 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 | 12 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2019 - 29 May 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | RSSB |
| 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 | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 12 Jul 2019 at 20:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e82916d1-936d-4d0e-8e7a-6ed0639b25cb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e82916d1-936d-4d0e-8e7a-6ed0639b25cb
  12th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-T1174-02-TPWS-Overspeed-Sensor-System-%28OSS%29-Setting-Optimisation/CN3SR22354
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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