902476755 T1354 Enabling unplanned bi-directional running on a line signalled for only one direction

Concepts

• research services
• both directions
• only one direction
• a line
• one
• directional
• enable
• unplanned
• enabling
• signalled

Location

United Kingdom: UNITED KINGDOM

Description

RSSB is seeking to procure research to review the current operational response to running trains in both directions on a line signalled in only one direction. It is intended that this new approach enable a quicker and more effective response to incidents, overcoming existing barriers while being less resource intensive, and provide adequate control for the specific risks associated with the method of working.

Total Quantity or Scope

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Renewal Options

RSSB expects the work to start in January 2025, and envisage this research to complete within 18 months and ideally be completed within 12 months.

CPV Codes

• 73110000 - Research services

Indicators

• Variant bids may be considered.
• This is a one-off contract (no recurrence)
• Options are available.
• Renewals are not available.
• Professional qualifications are sought.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./D4934D7... To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/D4934D7NK9 GO Reference: GO-20241114-PRO-28522598