Scope
Description
RSSB seeks to procure research to ascertain the air quality onboard different types of rolling stock while they are in operation. To achieve this aim, T1382 seeks to address the following research objectives:
•Expand the rail industry's understanding of onboard air quality, covering train classes not previously tested, including different traction types
•Establish the impact of the interventions made to Class 80x trains
•Assess the viability of using handheld air quality monitoring devices for onboard air quality spot-checking in the future
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./J58847RG78
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Total value (estimated)
- £100,000 excluding VAT
- £120,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 17 July 2025 to 16 February 2026
- 7 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73110000 - Research services
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
13 June 2025, 1:00pm
Tender submission deadline
13 June 2025, 1:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
---|---|---|---|
Understanding and methodology | Long criteria description |
Quality | 30% |
Experience and individual expertise | Long criteria description |
Quality | 25% |
Pricing Submission | Long criteria description |
Price | 20% |
Project management: Planning and engagement | Long criteria description |
Quality | 15% |
Project management: Risks and opportunities | Long criteria description |
Quality | 10% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
RSSB
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVGN-9767-BLPT
25 Fenchurch Avenue
London
EC3M 5AD
United Kingdom
Contact name: Procurement Team
Email: procurement@rssb.co.uk
Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government