--- title: "GB-London: T1175 - Enabling drivers to reliably stop trains in the correct positions at stations" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-eb00d851-4f88-4216-bcce-af051f5c2eaf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-eb00d851-4f88-4216-bcce-af051f5c2eaf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eb00d851-4f88-4216-bcce-af051f5c2eaf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eb00d851-4f88-4216-bcce-af051f5c2eaf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RSSB" published: "2020-11-12" --- # GB-London: T1175 - Enabling drivers to reliably stop trains in the correct positions at stations Buyer: RSSB Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eb00d851-4f88-4216-bcce-af051f5c2eaf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-eb00d851-4f88-4216-bcce-af051f5c2eaf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eb00d851-4f88-4216-bcce-af051f5c2eaf.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by RSSB (Rail Safety and Standards Board) in London involves a tender titled "GB-London: T1175 - Enabling drivers to reliably stop trains in the correct positions at stations." This project, classified under the research services industry category, aims to identify effective methods to mitigate risks associated with station overruns. The tender is currently in the open stage and will close on 9 December 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 18 January 2021, lasting until 12 July 2021, with a budget ranging from £50,000 to £100,000. This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and businesses specialising in technological solutions for rail networks. Companies that offer innovative research services or technological enhancements to improve train stopping accuracy would be well-suited to compete. The project seeks to develop solutions that can provide drivers with clear indications of stopping positions, thus ensuring efficient passenger service and safety, making it an attractive venture for firms focused on advancing railway technology. ## Notice The objective of this project is to identify methods, other than car stop markers, for mitigating the risk of station overruns and SSDRs in the long term. It will draw on the research findings from 17-003 to determine what is required and identify solutions which fit these requirements. This project will identify existing, near to market and novel approaches for technological solutions suitable for use on the current and future GB rail network and make recommendations based on the expected benefits, cost and impact of these solutions. The solutions will provide drivers with an indication of train stopping position that correlates with train length and ensure all passenger doors intended for use are accommodated within the platform. The indication should ideally be presented in-cab, clearly visible from the driver's normal seated position, thus reducing the need for a side view window to be provided as part of the train build design. Other technological examples include the introduction of dynamic illuminated signage which detects the specific train arriving and provides tailored information on the stopping position. This will enable the industry to determine its future path with relation to enabling drivers to stop trains in the correct position at stations. Following completion of this project it is envisaged trialling of suitable solutions could be undertaken. 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/ef329279-ae1c-4683-a634-e3ed86fc5ba8 | | 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 Nov 2020 | | Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 18 Jan 2021 - 12 Jul 2021 | | 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 - 73110000 - Research services ## Release History - 12 Nov 2020 at 18:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef329279-ae1c-4683-a634-e3ed86fc5ba8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef329279-ae1c-4683-a634-e3ed86fc5ba8 12th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-T1175---Enabling-drivers-to-reliably-stop-trains-in-the-correct-positions-at-stations/4A5ZE4JY72 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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