Enterprise Phase 3 Overhaul, Supply of Electronic Systems.

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Translink, comprising of Northern Ireland Railways, Metro and Ulsterbus, is the all-embracing title for integrated public transport operations in Northern Ireland. Translink operate a fleet of 45 trains, approximately 1400 buses and coaches. The train fleet includes two cross border (Belfast-Dublin) train-sets which entered service in 1997. Irish Rail also run and operates 2 train-sets to the same specification.Cross border Enterprise trains which operate Belfast to Dublin comprise of 4 train-sets, the normal configuration of which is:1 Class 201 GM diesel locomotive1 MK 3 Generator Van4 Class 9000, De-Dietrich carriages, standard class.1 Class 9000, De-Dietrich carriage, Catering car1 Class 9000, De-Dietrich Carriage, 1st Plus1 Class 9000, De-Dietrich Carriage, DVT including 1st plus compartmentOf the 4 train-sets, 3 operate each day with one train-set in maintenance or operational spare. The train service operates at an approximately 2 hourly frequency with a journey time of two hours for the 110 miles covered. As an InterCity train there is a limited number of intermediate stops, 5 being the maximum.These trains have been in passenger service for 16 years and are due a half-life overhaul and refurbishment. This will include system overhaul, exterior enhancement re-livery and the following new systems fitted:— TMS – Train Management System;— PIS/PAS/PA – Passenger Information System / Passenger Alarm Systems / Public Address;— SRS – Seat reservation System;— CCTV, Saloon and forward facing.The trains currently have an integrated TMS with PIS/PAS/PA system but this is now unreliable and with a degree of parts obsolescence. SRS and CCTV systems are not currently fitted.The scope is for the initial supply, installation, commissioning and on-going support of the systems for the 4 train-sets. I.E.Lot 1 - TMS;Lot 2 - PIS/PAS/PA;Lot 3 - SRS;Lot 4 - CCTV.There will be an element of system design, configuration and integration associated with the various systems. Due to the tight timescales suppliers are requested to offer modules and sub-systems from existing proven systems as far as possible.Project Assumptions.— The project will be completed by November 2015.— Interfaces with other train systems will be considered to avoid duplication and ensure compatibility. This will include the on-board Nomad passenger Wi-Fi system which was installed in all carriages in 2012. This installation included an Ethernet back bone.— The design life for all equipment will be 15 years.— Material will be delivered as first fix and second fix carriage kits.Lot 1 TMS system functionality.It is recognised that the current configuration of the TMS system and integration with the PIS is unusual. However, the TMS is quite basic in function and significantly enhanced functionality will not be specified.It is preferred that a supplier offers Lot 1 and Lot 2 together with the commitment to fully integrate these systems and takes responsibility for integration interfaces for the other 2 key systems, i.e. SRS and CCTV.The current TMS and PIS/PAS/PA systems share an underframe rack with WSP and HVAC controllers.The current TMS functionality includes monitoring and control of a small number of systems e.g.— Toilets;— Lighting;— HVAC;— WSP;— Parking brake status;— Electrical load management;— Fault logging for above.System status is indicated in a panel in each coach visible to the conductor.Ideally with a new TMS, crew interface for monitoring and control is managed through a new MMI in the DVT, perhaps duplicated in the driving cabs.Lot 2 PIS/PAS/PA.A TSI / PRM (Technical Standards for Interoperability/Persons of Reduced Mobility) compliant system is required. Options will be included for the use of flat screen technology instead of LED displays in the passenger saloons. A base station will be required to facilitate data base editing and audio file updates. An option for additional infotainment functionality will be included.Lot 3 SRS Functionality.This new system will include a display about each seat position allowing the seat reservation to be displayed and updated. The seat reservation system will be installed in all De-Dietrich carriages apart from perhaps the catering carriage. A base station is not required as it is expected to drive the system via the existing Irish Rail System which communicates by Wi-Fi providing a passenger seating manifest to each Intercity train in a timely manner. The systems offered must be fully compatible with this existing system. Ideally this on-board system will integrate with the new TMS.Lot 4 CCTV Functionality.This new system is expected to include forward facing cab cameras for 4 DVTs and 8 locomotives and 6 cameras per saloon. The system must record in high quality format and hold a minimum of seven days of video footage from each camera.Recorded media will be simple to remove and view using a compatible base station within the scope of supply.