scope:

This Network Rail standard specifies how to:

a) appoint the Network Rail approved supplier for new utility supplies;

b) install the correct type of metering to minimise Network Rail's utility cost;

c) upgrade existing supplies;

d) change the use of supplies;

e) disconnect redundant supplies. This Network Rail standard covers all traction and non-traction supplies where Network Rail pays for the ongoing cost of the utility.

It applies to all Network Rail employees who undertake work on the network, and to those suppliers/contractors whose employees undertake work on the network.

NOTE 1: This standard applies to third party supplies e.g. a Train Operating Company (TOC), with the exception that the third party appoints a preferred supplier.

NOTE 2: The Network Rail Business Space contact holds information about Business Space suppliers as specified on NR/L3/ENV/305/F006.

Purpose

The purpose of this Network Rail standard is to:

a) reduce the likelihood of supply disconnections which would disrupt the operational railway;

b) identify the Network Rail approved supplier for new utility supplies;

c) identify the correct type of metering to minimise Network Rail's utility cost;

d) reduce the lead times in developing and implementing new utility connections;

e) identify available utility capacity for new utility connections and requirements for increased capacity at other locations;

f) improve the accuracy of the asset information held in Network Rail Energy Database (Energylink).