The purpose of this Prior Information Notice is to inform the market and to initiate dialogue with economic operators regarding possible approaches to life-extension of the existing tram fleet. The contracting authority …
wishes to gain insight into technical feasibility, risks, and suitable procurement strategies before deciding on the next steps. The County Council of Trøndelag is interested in dialogue with companies that can either: perform an independent evaluation of the feasibility of extending the service lif
e of the vehicles; and/or carry out refurbishment and life-extension work to the vehicles. Key technical areas of interest include, but are not limited to, DC electrical control systems (chopper technology) and mechanical components such as