Low Impact Light Rail

Low Impact Light Rail

21 January 2014

Research spend 7.8%

Research spend 0.8%

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For Track we are seeking solutions that address one or more of the following• Reduce the whole-life cost of track and support• Reduce the time to construct track, particularly in urban situations, and the

associated disruption to businesses and the public• Reduce the impact on statutory undertakers’ equipment within the

carriageway and associated cost and time impacts• Solutions addressing the construction phase and/or maintenance and rail

replacementFor energy infrastructure we are seeking solutions that address one or more

of• Reduce the total environmental impact of supplying traction power to light

rail vehicles• Reduce the whole life cost of energy supply for light rail vehicles

Feasibility Demonstration Market

Key Dates: • Competition Launch 13 January 2014 • Deadline for Questions 27 February 2014• Registration deadline 21 February 2014• Deadline for applications 7 March 2014• Assessment of applications Period to 28 March 2014• Possible interview phase Period to 28 March 2014• Shortlist and unsuccessful applicants notified April 2014• Contracts awarded April 2014

Low Impact Light Rail

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