996479591 T1404 Investigating and proposing improvements for rolling stock heat insulation provision
Details
| Contract Title: | 996479591 T1404 Investigating and proposing improvements for rolling stock heat insulation provision |
| Published Date: | Nov 27, 2025 |
| Notice Type: | Notice (ContractNotice) |
| Value Banding: | High Value |
| Delivery Point: | United Kingdom |
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 i...