Scope
Description
This project aims to:
•Provide a defined list of variables that could impact front-end lighting intended to indicate the presence of a train to persons on or near the line
•Provide insight on front-end lighting used on GB rolling stock; and the assumptions made on their visibility
•Indicate the degree of warning provided (in terms of distance between an oncoming train and the viewer) by front-end lighting that is:
oCompliant with LOC&PAS (Rolling stock - Locomotive & Passenger) NTSN requirements
oInstalled on pre-TSI (Technical Specification for Interoperability) vehicles, including yellow front-ends
We are inviting suppliers to provide us a short summary of their capabilities and experience in this subject area to help us deliver a successful project. We welcome collaborative submissions or consortia, where expertise may be shared between organisations. If responding jointly, please specify the lead contact and delivery roles for each party. We are seeking to receive a response by 12:00PM (GMT), 11 September 2025 setting out your potential interest and further information you believe to be relevant using the structure.
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https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./5F5VS792C2
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Total value (estimated)
- £100,000 excluding VAT
- £120,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 3 November 2025 to 4 May 2026
- 6 months, 2 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73110000 - Research services
Engagement
Engagement deadline
11 September 2025
Engagement process description
A full procurement is planned to be published in September 2025.
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)