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933860370 T1338 Evaluation of the weekly & periodic operating notices

RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)

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Tender

18 Mar 2025 at 16:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) in London is actively seeking research services for evaluating the weekly and periodic operating notices (WON and PON). This procurement process falls under the 'services' industry category, specifically focusing on 'Research services' (CPV code: 73110000). The procurement method is an open competition, categorised as below threshold. Interested parties must submit their responses electronically by the deadline of 16th April 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract period will run from 26th May 2025 to 26th February 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and analysis, particularly those experienced in the rail sector or regulatory compliance. Ideal contenders will possess a strong understanding of operational notices and demonstrate expertise in methodological research, project management, and risk assessment. The competitive process allows small to medium-sized enterprises to showcase their capabilities in handling projects that contribute to enhancing rail safety standards, promoting growth and visibility within the industry.

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Notice Title

933860370 T1338 Evaluation of the weekly & periodic operating notices

Notice Description

RSSB is seeking to procure research that reviews the content, structure, and format of the WON and PON, examines the rationale for providing this information, identifies alternative reliable sources where this information can be readily accessed, and determines whether there is still a requirement for it to be provided in the WON or PON. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./72N5NEHG3J To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/72N5NEHG3J

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04eec0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010022-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 May 2025 - 26 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@rssb.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2031425651

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3M 5AD
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Aldgate
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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