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996479591 T1404 Investigating and proposing improvements for rolling stock heat insulation provision

RSSB

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: RSSB

Buyer Address: 25 Fenchurch Avenue, London, UKI31, EC3M 5AD, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Henry Ojo

Contact Email: henry.ojo@rssb.co.uk

Contact Telephone: 020 3142 5351

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
80000.0 GBP
Gross: 96000.0 GBP
Published
27 Nov 2025, 12:05
Deadline
13 Jan 2026, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
73110000 - Research services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

RSSB is commissioning research to review current heat-insulation practices in GB passenger rolling stock, benchmark them internationally, and identify practical opportunities for improvement across both new-build and retrofit vehicles. The project will assess suitable insulation materials and technologies (including thermal performance, fire safety, durability, and end-of-life considerations), evaluate how vehicle design and operation influence heat loss, and quantify the benefits of potential improvements in terms of energy use, carbon reduction, operating costs, and passenger comfort. The outcome will be clear, evidence-based recommendations to support industry decision-makers in adopting cost-effective, technically robust, and sustainable insulation solutions. To view this notice, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=997308563

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077633-2025

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Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 80,000.00

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 96,000.00

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-02-16T00:00:00+00:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2026-08-15T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): W2 Tenderer’s understanding and methodology (30%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): W3 Tenderer’s experience and individual expertise (25%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): W4 Project management: Planning and engagement (15%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): W5 Project management: Risks and opportunities (10%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): W6 Cost of project (20%)

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