Wales and Western Region Research & Development Engagement Event
Buyer: NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
- Published
- 23 July 2025
- Estimated value
- £500,000
- Place of performance
- UKL
- Lots
- 1
- Notice number
- 042408-2025
- Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-0564ac
- Official source
- Official source
CPV codes
- 38900000Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments
- 48151000Computer control system
- 50324100System maintenance services
- 71356100Technical control services
- 34621200Railway maintenance or service vehicles
- 34946000Railway-track construction materials and supplies
- 42600000Machine tools
- 43300000Construction machinery and equipment
Description
Network Rail is exploring future research and development (R&D) opportunities in collaboration with the supply chain to address key operational and safety challenges across our infrastructure. This early engagement aims to identify suppliers, technology providers, and innovators who are capable of supporting the development of innovative solutions in a range of priority areas. The scope of this potential procurement includes, but is not limited to, the following areas of interest: Track – Development of solutions for the detection of pre-1979 rail types to identify defects or high-risk sections that may pose performance or safety concerns. Track – Innovative techniques for cutting and grinding back edge lipping to reduce the need for ultrasonic testing and milling interventions. Freight Operations – Systems or technologies to ensure scrap wagons are loaded safely and correctly, minimising the risk of operational incidents during transit. Infrastructure Maintenance – Automated cleaning systems to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of debris catchment management across the network. Energy Systems – Enhanced secondary cell battery technologies that improve asset reliability, red…
Official publications
- FTS · 042408-2025 · 23 July 2025
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