Replacement of Switch Automation System Tram Depot Beverwaard
RET N.V. is seeking a supplier to replace the outdated switch automation system (WAS) at the Beverwaard tram depot. The assignment concerns technical-electrical installation works (CPV 34940000) including the integration of new automatic driving routes and a HASTUS interface, conducted via a competitive procedure with negotiation in the Netherlands. Due to the absence of SME-oriented preferences and a relatively long total duration (≈56 days), this tender is of interest to medium to large electrotechnical companies with experience in train/tram systems.
Supplies · Competitive procedure with negotiation · European procedure
01What is being requested
RET N.V. is seeking a supplier to replace the outdated switch automation system (WAS) at the Beverwaard tram depot. The assignment concerns technical-electrical installation works (CPV 34940000) including the integration of new automatic driving routes and a HASTUS interface, conducted via a competitive procedure with negotiation in the Netherlands. Due to the absence of SME-oriented preferences and a relatively long total duration (≈56 days), this tender is of interest to medium to large electrotechnical companies with experience in train/tram systems.
RET wishes to have the outdated and failure-prone switch automation system (hereinafter referred to as: WAS) at the Beverwaard tram depot replaced. The current system suffers from issues with mass detection due to concrete reinforcement. Additionally, the software is unstable, not robust, and difficult to adapt. Furthermore, new automatic driving routes and integration with HASTUS for operations are required.
02Exclusion grounds
- No specific exclusion grounds were extracted. In a European tender, the mandatory and discretionary grounds of art. 2.86/2.87 of the Dutch Procurement Act almost always apply — check the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD).
03Value in context
The contracting authority did not publish an estimated value — common for a large share of contracts. The EU threshold for leveringen is € 221.000, for reference.
04Likely competitors
05Legal themes that may be relevant here
06Frequently asked questions
What is the specific problem statement regarding the current switch automation system (WAS)?
Which technical integrations are required during the replacement of the system?
What is the technical core of the assignment for the Beverwaard tram depot?
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07Estimated value versus the market
€ 280K
€ 606K
€ 1,6 mln
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