Tender

Review of Occupational Health and Safety Management in ORR

OFFICE OF RAIL AND ROAD

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Tender

09 Oct 2025 at 11:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Office of Rail and Road is currently in the tender stage of a public procurement process titled "Review of Occupational Health and Safety Management in ORR." This project seeks to appoint a consultant for an independent review of the organisation's occupational health and safety management system, ensuring adherence to UK legislation and specific international standards. Located in London, the deadline for tender submissions is 5th November 2025, with a clarification deadline on 24th October 2025. This tender falls under the service category of health and safety consultancy, and the procurement method is an open competition with an estimated contract value of £45,000 to £54,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in health and safety services, particularly those with expertise in high-risk environments. Prospective suppliers should possess relevant certifications, such as Chartered Health and Safety Practitioner status and ISO certifications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The winning tender will be assessed on methodology, delivery, experience, and cost-effectiveness, providing an attractive opportunity for consultancies looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Review of Occupational Health and Safety Management in ORR

Notice Description

ORR seeks to appoint a suitably qualified consultant to undertake an independent review of its occupational health and safety management system. The review will assess policies, procedures, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness across office and frontline environments, ensuring alignment with UK legislation, ISO 45001:2018, and HSE's HSG65 framework. Deliverables include a comprehensive review report, legal compliance register, redrafted policies, action plan, and implementation support.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There is no formal extension period specified for this contract. However, ORR may consider additional support or follow-on work subject to performance, budget availability, and organisational need. Any such extension would be negotiated separately and is not guaranteed as part of this procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ab88
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063676-2025
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71317200 - Health and safety services

71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Nov 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 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
OFFICE OF RAIL AND ROAD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementteam@orr.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4QZ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

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