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title: "GB-London: Suppliers Information Event (Market Engagement) for T1350 WP1 - Understanding the above-rail influencing factors that lead to wheel flats in freight"
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# GB-London: Suppliers Information Event (Market Engagement) for T1350 WP1 - Understanding the above-rail influencing factors that lead to wheel flats in freight

Buyer: RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c168e217-d7e6-421b-b83f-098169cd6004

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## Summary

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) is seeking suppliers for a market engagement event concerning project T1350, titled "Understanding the above-rail influencing factors that lead to wheel flats in freight". This tender falls under the research services industry category. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 26 November 2024. The project will be conducted across multiple regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The contract is expected to commence on 5 February 2025 and conclude on 5 August 2025, with an estimated value of £100,000 and a minimum value of £50,000. RSSB is employing an open procurement method for this project.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in research services, particularly those with experience in freight rail operations and safety standards. The work involves reviewing existing knowledge, understanding the variability of wheel flats, assessing operational practices, and making recommendations for static brake testing—all of which are crucial for mitigating risks in freight operations. The project is suitable for VCSE organisations but not specifically tailored for SMEs. Companies that can leverage data-driven approaches and offer innovative solutions to operational challenges will find this tender particularly promising for expanding their market presence and contributing to enhanced safety standards in the rail freight sector.

## Notice

RSSB will be seeking to publish the procurement project T1350 in November 2024. The appointed supplier will be asked to: 1.Review existing knowledge on wheel flats, including literature and international practises where appropriate. 2.Understand of the prevalence and variability of wheel flats observed on freight vehicle across the GB network. 3.Review standards and operational practises across GB freight operators in relation to train preparation, marshalling, and driving practises. 4.Make recommendations for static brake testing. 5.Assess the feasibility of taking a data driven approach to identifying the root causes of wheel flats This work package will form part of a larger project, with an overall objective to better understand the circumstances and mechanisms that lead to wheel flats, and to provide actionable insight to freight operators and maintainers that can be used to reduce the risk of these developing in the future.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c16b5b4c-a3e0-4923-966f-23d156f920ac |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Feb 2025 - 5 Aug 2025 |
| 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 | RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2024 at 12:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c16b5b4c-a3e0-4923-966f-23d156f920ac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c16b5b4c-a3e0-4923-966f-23d156f920ac
  22nd November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-Suppliers-Information-Event-(Market-Engagement)-for-T1350-WP1---Understanding-the-above-rail-influencing-factors-that-lead-to-wheel-flats-in-freight/5A28993N28
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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