---
title: "902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04b689"
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buyer: "RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)"
published: "2024-11-14"
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# 902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction

Buyer: RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b689

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## Summary

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) has launched an active tender titled "902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction". This procurement falls under the Research Services industry category and is aligned with CPV code 73110000. The initiative aims to enhance the operational response for trains running bi-directionally on a line initially signalled for one direction, reducing resource intensity and managing specific risks effectively. Interested suppliers are invited to submit their bids by 12:00 PM on 16 December 2024. The procurement is managed through an open procedure, with the project expected to commence in January 2025 and complete within 12 to 18 months.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the capabilities in rail safety research and operational response solutions to contribute to a high-impact project. Businesses that specialise in innovative railway safety solutions, operational efficiency, and risk management will find this contract particularly advantageous. With a project budget of £280,000, this initiative promises a meaningful engagement that can drive business growth, enhance market presence, and foster long-term collaborations with the Rail Safety Standards Board.

## Notice

RSSB is seeking to procure research to review the current operational response to running trains in both directions on a line signalled in only one direction. It is intended that this new approach enable a quicker and more effective response to incidents, overcoming existing barriers while being less resource intensive, and provide adequate control for the specific risks associated with the method of working.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

RSSB is seeking to procure research to review the current operational response to running trains in both directions on a line signalled in only one direction. It is intended that this new approach enable a quicker and more effective response to incidents, overcoming existing barriers while being less resource intensive, and provide adequate control for the specific risks associated with the method of working. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/D4934D7NK9

Options: RSSB expects the work to start in January 2025, and envisage this research to complete within 18 months and ideally be completed within 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036893-2024 |
| 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 | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £280,000 |
| Lots value | £280,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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

- 14 Nov 2024 at 16:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036893-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rssb.co.uk
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/D4934D7NK9
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./D4934D7NK9

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