Tender

965435394 T1384 Defining the requirements of a decision support tool for train regulation

RSSB

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Tender

16 Jul 2025 at 18:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by the RSSB (Rail Safety and Standards Board), a public undertaking based in London, located at 25 Fenchurch Avenue, London, EC3M 5AD. RSSB is seeking to contract research services to define the requirements for a decision support tool for train regulation. This tender, with the title "965435394 T1384 Defining the requirements of a decision support tool for train regulation," falls within the research services industry category. The procurement is at the tender stage and employs an open competition method. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 6th August 2025 at 12:00, and the tender period concluding on 13th August 2025 at 12:00. The contract is expected to commence on 9th September 2025 and conclude by 8th May 2026, and its total value is £120,000 gross.

This opportunity offers significant growth potential for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with a strong understanding and experience in developing decision support tools and related technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable for participation. The tender evaluation criteria emphasise quality, prioritising the tenderer's understanding, methodology, experience, expertise, and project management capabilities, alongside cost considerations. Engaging in this procurement process could provide businesses with the chance to collaborate with a leading public sector organisation, enabling long-term relationships and further opportunities in the rail industry.

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Notice Title

965435394 T1384 Defining the requirements of a decision support tool for train regulation

Notice Description

RSSB seeks to procure research to address the following research objectives: *Enable the industry to understand the requirements of an effective train regulation decision support tool. *Enable the industry to form a sound business case and clear plan for the development and deployment of the tool. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./2B8Q6TRBX4 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2B8Q6TRBX4

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0560ad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040670-2025
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
SME, VCSE
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Sep 2025 - 8 May 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
RSSB
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@rssb.co.uk
Contact Phone
020 3142 5351

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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