Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cc8-1e8d-733c-94ed-a7c12726218f/railroad-battery-shunter-rrv closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # RailRoad Battery Shunter (RRV) [Science Museum Group](https://tendernation.io/buyers/science-museum-group) Estimated value Not stated Published 27 Mar 2023 Deadline Closed 20 Apr 2023 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender We are looking to hire a Road Rail Battery Shunter with the following minimum requirements of: o To carry out shunting moves at its 3 sites (non-public areas - inside and outside the NRM on track and internal roadways) o Standard gauge (1,435mm) o Trailing weight 300 T haulage and stopping capability (unbraked stock). o Smallest curve radius 80m o British Standard loading gauge W6a o Charging power to be no more than 16 amp (240v or 415v AC) o Remote control & ride on facility o Horn & audible movement warning o Visual warning lights, front, and rear o Buffers - to standard international height (1041mm centre from rail top) o Brake system - air brake facility o Coupling - draw hook for screw coupling with option for buck eye and other adaptors o Available for 2 years from May To bring security to the project and our timescale we would also want to receive as part of the tendered response and costings, details of a maintenance and servicing agreement. Details should include frequency of servicing, any annual inspections required, expected response times for breakdowns, what is covered and not covered in terms of maintenance, as well as whether a replacement piece of equipment will be supplied should a major fault be found. Final equipment specific specifications will be agreed with the successful supplier to ensure the that the needs of the Museums are fully being met with regards to the equipment supplied. Additional information: You can view our tender documents and apply for the opportunity here: [in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Home) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Read full description ## CPV classification Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/ba3e56a2-3f22-4aea-8f79-cfb918bf2dcf) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. [Track tenders free](https://tendernation.io/register) [Buyer profile Science Museum Group: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/science-museum-group) [Sector More Construction work tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/construction-work) ## More tenders like this [Bannister Sports Centre Athletic Track Soft Market Testing Exercise · Harrow Council · 38 days left · 26 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1540d-d9e4-71cb-ad57-1603e9042fec/bannister-sports-centre-athletic-track-soft-market-testing-exercise) [Treloweth Community Hall Alterations and Extension Project · Carn Brea Parish Council · 49 days left · 7 Dec 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a154e4-4991-71db-baac-ffae413f1c41/treloweth-community-hall-alterations-and-extension-project) [Norwich City Verges Mowing 2026 · Norse Eastern Ltd · 30 days left · 18 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15476-5fd9-70eb-b920-a66dc3e661e1/norwich-city-verges-mowing-2026) [Gwasanaethau Toeau - Gwaith cyfalaf wedi'i gynllunio ac atgyweiriadau ymatebol / Roofing Services - Planned capital works and responsive repairs · Denbighshire County Council · 28 days left · 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15476-6094-72b9-928b-5c887e7ceea4/gwasanaethau-toeau-gwaith-cyfalaf-wedii-gynllunio-ac-atgyweiriadau-ymatebol) [Repair of St Michaels and All Angels Church Wall · Aylsham Town Council · 31 days left · 19 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15476-6316-7235-8948-8f108b3da399/repair-of-st-michaels-and-all-angels-church-wall) [Building Minor Works · Derbyshire Support and Facilities Services Limited · 25 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15408-9087-7003-bd47-df7bc19d7ff7/building-minor-works)