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title: "983953021 T1381 -Improving freight gauges (W7-W9a and 10a)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a875"
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# 983953021 T1381 -Improving freight gauges (W7-W9a and 10a)

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a875

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## Summary

The contracting authority, RSSB, based in London, has initiated a tender process titled "983953021 T1381 - Improving freight gauges (W7-W9a and 10a)" in the services category, specifically aimed at research services. This tender is open under the "Below threshold - open competition" procurement method. The project concerns reviewing and proposing changes to certain vehicle gauge definitions to enhance container flows without compromising route clearance. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 24th October 2025, with the submission deadline on 7th November 2025. The contract period is set to commence on 1st December 2025 and conclude on 1st October 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with expertise in transportation and freight logistics, to contribute to an impactful project. Small and medium enterprises are encouraged to apply, as the suitability criteria support their involvement. With an active budget of £110,000, companies demonstrating strong understanding, methodology, relevant experience, and project management capabilities in planning, engagement, risk assessment, and cost efficiency will be well-positioned to compete in this open competition. The quality of proposals will heavily influence the award, offering a prime chance to enhance your business portfolio by participating in a project of national significance.

## Notice

This research will review and propose changes to the W7, W7a, W8, W8a, W9, W9a and W10a vehicle gauge definitions. It will create a robust evidence base to inform the proposed changes and ensure that these maximise, as much as possible, the opportunity to accommodate wagon and container combinations within these gauges without affecting their route clearance. The analysis will also show where additional gauge enhancement work could unlock the possibility for increased container flows. To view this notice, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=984858817

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062388-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 1 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £110,000 |
| Lots value | £110,000 |
| 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 | RSSB |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC3M 5AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Aldgate |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 6 Oct 2025 at 09:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062388-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062388-2025
  6th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=984858817
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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