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title: "TROO0326-Evaluation of the RSSB R&D Programme"
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# TROO0326-Evaluation of the RSSB R&D Programme

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8574d9d5-c0a2-4449-bd34-7890019bdaaa

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the evaluation of the Research and Development (R&D) programme managed by the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB), initiated by the Department for Transport (DfTc). The title of the tender is "TROO0326-Evaluation of the RSSB R&D Programme", classified under the industry category of research and development services. The tender period concluded on 13 December 2021, while the contract commenced on 4 January 2022 and is set to end on 31 March 2022. The award for this tender has been confirmed, with a total value of £149,347, following a selective procurement method via a framework agreement.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises), seeking to expand their activities in the research and development sector, especially within the rail industry. Businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with proven expertise in innovative projects and public sector evaluations, would be well-positioned to compete. Potential contractors can benefit from engaging with a significant government project that fosters innovation and development within the rail sector, indicating a supportive environment for growth and collaboration.

## Notice

To complete a retrospective evaluation of the Research and Development (R&D) programme managed by the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB), which is a key promoter of innovation in the Rail industry.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/981d3745-86dc-4bd5-a10e-5a7216055727 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 4 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £149,347 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PA CONSULTING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 6 Jan 2022 at 17:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/981d3745-86dc-4bd5-a10e-5a7216055727

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/981d3745-86dc-4bd5-a10e-5a7216055727
  6th January 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/771be6f9-8c20-4ee3-a87e-cf76b93a1c01
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