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title: "Enabling Magnetic Track Brakes on Network Rail Contolled Infrastructure"
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# Enabling Magnetic Track Brakes on Network Rail Contolled Infrastructure

Buyer: RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ea6c3f94-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process is conducted by the Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited for the project titled "Enabling Magnetic Track Brakes on Network Rail Controlled Infrastructure". This initiative falls under the civil engineering consultancy services industry category and is focused on delivering a detailed feasibility assessment for deploying magnetic track brake technology on the GB mainline network. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the contract period is set to commence on 1st December 2015, concluding on 1st June 2016. The total estimated value of the contract is £60,000, with a minimum value of £40,000. The location for delivery is within London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in civil engineering consultancy and related research and development services. Companies that are small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, given their ability to provide tailored services that align with the project objectives. The contract involves assessing technical compatibility and performing cost-benefit analyses, which are essential for ensuring safety and performance improvements in railway operations. Engaging in this opportunity could enhance the visibility and expertise of participating businesses within the transport infrastructure sector.

## Notice

The project objective is to deliver a detailed feasibility assessment of MTB deployment on the GB mainline network, considering technical compatibility, application scenario and cost-benefit analysis. The findings will inform: * The content of the proposed Railway Group Standard on MTB for use in emergency (proposal 14/044). * Discussion and decision by TOCs and NR routes on the suitability of MTB deployment for specific opportunities with specific fleets on specific routes. * Cross-industry discussion and decision on whether it would be feasible and worth pursuing 'non-emergency use' of MTB. The first two bullet points above are expected to deliver safety and performance improvements in the short term. The third and last bullet point could delivery more wide spread performance and also capacity benefits. Additional information: Any queries should be directed to shareditt@rssb.co.uk and include the RSSB number in the subject header of the email.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c92fddf-c161-4028-8c55-f70ce04a61ac |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2015 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Oct 2015 |
| Contract period | 18 Dec 2015 - 3 Jun 2016 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £71,483 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | E C2M |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RICARDO RAIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c92fddf-c161-4028-8c55-f70ce04a61ac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c92fddf-c161-4028-8c55-f70ce04a61ac
  21st October 2015 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/79887725-000e-41aa-b3f9-854bfc69fc04
  Terms & Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/300513ed-9d39-4404-9a65-794ab122b033
  Specification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2866becb-0849-431b-a4f3-4ff7b5e6b12e
  Pricing Spreadsheet
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ee875dc8-cd93-4cac-9bc7-6392f37750a5
  Tender Pack

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rssb.co.uk/

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