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Disability Access Train Ramps
Descriptions
Chiltern Railways is seeking to enter into an agreement for the design supply, installation, inspection, maintenance, repairs, and optional training services relating to portable Disability Access Train Ramps, to improve accessibility across its network.
This will support the delivery of safe, compliant, and durable ramps suitable for wheelchair users and other mobility-impaired passengers and ensure consistency across all stations and fleets in scope.
Engagement
The purpose of the engagement is to request information only, and will not formally begin the procurement nor constitute any commitment to undertake any procurement exercise. Any discussions are solely for the purpose of information gathering and planning purposes. The responses that you provide will help shape Chiltern Railways procurement strategy. Chiltern Railways are running a Request for Information relating to the design, manufacture, supply, delivery and maintenance of disability access train ramps. • Bespoke ramp design for complex platforms • Mounting brackets and locking mechanisms • Site surveys and fitment services • Preventative maintenance and inspection services • Repairs to faults raised by Chiltern • Staff training and supporting documents such as user guides as required. • Warranty and extended support options • Confirmation that all ramp designs are user-friendly and easy to deploy. Ramps are required for class 196 trains ramps Ramps are required for class 165/168 trains. Specification Requirements: Safe Working Load (SWL): Minimum 300kg Material: Aluminium with anti-slip finish Ramp Type: Portable with fixed storage (unless otherwise stated) Durability: Expected service life of up to 10 years with maintenance Ramp Compatibility: All ramps must comply with TSI/PRM-NTSN and be compatible with all train types used on the Chiltern Railway Network and station-specific PTI dimensions Storage: Brackets or storage boxes to be supplied and installed as required Certification: Certificate of conformance to be issued for each ramp Responses are sought electronically via reply to an MS Forms survey: https://forms.office.com/e/cCpLNRSRQ6 The survey should take approximately 30 minutes to complete. Deadline for responses: 12th December 2025 Chiltern Railways reserves the right to extend this deadline at its discretion. Chiltern Railways reserves the right to conduct additional pre-market engagement not described in this notice to help meet the objectives of the PME.
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military kits
loading ramps
access ramps
deployment gear
portable ramps
train equipment
cargo ramps
dock ramps
vehicle ramps
support gear
track equipment
wheelchair ramps
bridge ramps
individual equipment
rail network equipment
survival equipment
railway equipment
freight rail equipment
platform access ramps
passenger rail equipment
tactical support items
embarkation ramps
soldier carry systems
field accessories
mission essentials
locomotive equipment
rail infrastructure equipment
personal operational gear
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