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T1396 974800463 - Reducing service disruptions from bridge strikes

RSSB

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21 Aug 2025 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The RSSB in London, a public undertaking, has initiated an open tender under the title "T1396 974800463 - Reducing service disruptions from bridge strikes." This procurement falls within the research services category, addressing the need to revisit the evidence base and investigate pertinent questions from stakeholders like Network Rail. This tender offers an opportunity for services that aim to alleviate the frequency of bridge-related disruptions. The procurement method is open competition, commencing with a tender period that closes on 24th September 2025. Prospective bidders should note that the enquiry period ends on 10th September 2025, with the contract expected to run from 27th October 2025 until 26th July 2026.

This tender represents a promising avenue for businesses specialising in research services to secure substantial growth by contributing innovative solutions to public infrastructure challenges. The contract, valued at £100,000, calls for expertise in project management, evidence-based understanding, and cost-effective strategies. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate due to suitability requirements favouring such entities. Businesses that demonstrate excellence in methodology and strategic risk and opportunity management will find themselves well-suited in this procurement process, given the emphasis on qualitative criteria alongside price considerations.

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Notice Title

T1396 974800463 - Reducing service disruptions from bridge strikes

Notice Description

This project has been initiated in response to stakeholder demand -- including from Network Rail and the Bridge Strike Prevention Group (representing other bridge owners)-- to revisit the evidence base and investigate a series of outstanding and emerging questions that may inform future interventions. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./WH94WYNBM4 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/WH94WYNBM4

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058c06
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050489-2025
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
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 26 Jul 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
Henry Ojo
Contact Email
henry.ojo@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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