Tender

1015007208 T1403 - Preventing unsolicited brake applications: A new approach to PassComm system design

RSSB

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Tender

17 Feb 2026 at 12:06

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by RSSB, located at 25 Fenchurch Avenue, London, is actively seeking tenders for a project titled "1015007208 T1403 - Preventing unsolicited brake applications: A new approach to PassComm system design." This falls under the research services industry category. The tender, part of the service procurement category, employs an open competition method below the threshold and involves electronic submissions. Interested parties must submit enquiries by 9th March 2026, 12:00 PM, and final proposals by 20th March 2026, 12:00 PM. Contracts are set to commence on 13th April 2026 and conclude on 12th January 2027. The total estimated contract value is £75,000, with a gross value of £90,000.

This tender offers an opportunity for businesses specialising in system design and research services, particularly those with expertise in railway performance and safety solutions, to contribute to the optimisation of train operations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement criteria focus not only on cost but also on quality aspects such as tenderer’s understanding, methodology, experience, and project management capabilities. Companies with strong project management skills and a proven track record in rail transport innovation might find this opportunity particularly beneficial for expanding their portfolios and enhancing their industry presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

1015007208 T1403 - Preventing unsolicited brake applications: A new approach to PassComm system design

Notice Description

This research will explore whether changes in system logic, design, or supporting processes could reduce unnecessary emergency stops between stations while preserving the ability to effectively respond to PTI or other genuine emergencies. This work directly supports the Rail Delivery Group's Network Performance Board and its Performance Restoration Framework pillar 'Keeping Trains Safely Moving'. It also aligns with the Rail Technical Strategy's Critical Enabler 'Optimised Train Operations' and RSSB's Rail Health and Safety Strategy (RHSS). This work is sponsored by the Operations Standards Forum (OSF) and supported by the Better Operations and Programme Board (BOPB). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./HD746MYX6H To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/HD746MYX6H

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0655e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014248-2026
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
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
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 12 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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