Automated ballast profile Identification

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    "description": "Network Rail is seeking to understand market interest and readiness to deliver an automated solution for identifying ballast profile compliance across its track infrastructure.\nBallast condition is a key determinant of track stability and safety. Network Rail seeks a reliable, automated method to measure ballast profiles and identify areas of non-compliance to support \npreventative maintenance and asset management.\nThis initiative supports Network Rail’s goals for digital innovation, safety assurance, and predictive maintenance. It aligns with the broader programme of intelligent infrastructure and data-driven asset management",
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        "name": "Katherine Wilkie",
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        "description": "For further information relating to the scope of this pre-market engagement and the submission process, please review the document titled 'EOI RD Final' via the instructions below:\n1. Follow the link https://networkrail.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html\n2. From the welcome screen access the 'view current opportunities' link and select '#42526 - Automated ballast profile identification'\nClick on the PDF attachments to view the attached documents."
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