Scope
Description
RSSB is seeking to procure research to determine what space could be available in the lower sector gauge (vehicle and infrastructure) to fit different / additional equipment, that improves electrical safety from the 750 V DC conductor rail system as well as potentially for other purposes.
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Total value (estimated)
- £140,000 excluding VAT
- £168,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 8 September 2025 to 7 July 2026
- 10 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73110000 - Research services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
10 July 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
17 July 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| W2 Tenderer's understanding and methodology [Max 5 pages] | Quality | 35% |
| W3 Tenderer's experience and individual expertise [Max 3 pages, excluding CVs] | Quality | 20% |
| W4 Project management: Planning and engagement | Quality | 20% |
| Cost | Price | 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 undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)