Scope
Description
RSSB seeks to procure research to address the following research objectives:
•Improve the rail industry's understanding of how the safety risk of a LIB train compares to the safety risk of a combustion engine train.
•Enable the rail industry to model changes in the risk profiles associated with the phased introduction of LIB trains to the rail network to replace diesel-only trains.
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Total value (estimated)
- £100,000 excluding VAT
- £120,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 11 July 2025 to 10 March 2026
- 8 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
27 June 2025, 1:00pm
Tender submission deadline
27 June 2025, 1:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| W2 Tenderer's understanding and methodology [Max 4 pages] | Quality | 30% |
| W3 Tenderer's experience and individual expertise [Max 3 pages, excluding CVs] | Quality | 25% |
| Price | Price | 20% |
| W4 Project management: Planning and engagement | Quality | 20% |
| W5 Project management: Risks and opportunities | Quality | 5% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVGN-9767-BLPT
25 Fenchurch Avenue,
London
EC3M 5AD
United Kingdom
Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government