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title: "965435394 T1384 Defining the requirements of a decision support tool for train regulation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0560ad"
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# 965435394 T1384 Defining the requirements of a decision support tool for train regulation

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0560ad

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040670-2025 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2025 - 8 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | £100,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RSSB |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC3M 5AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Aldgate |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2025 at 18:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040670-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040670-2025
  16th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2B8Q6TRBX4
- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./2B8Q6TRBX4
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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