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title: "980552769 T1391 - How to enable bulk mail and light goods traffic using existing station infrastructure"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059bd2"
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# 980552769 T1391 - How to enable bulk mail and light goods traffic using existing station infrastructure

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059bd2

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB), based in London, centres around research services to enhance the use of existing station infrastructure for bulk mail and light goods traffic. This open competition tender, with the title "980552769 T1391 - How to enable bulk mail and light goods traffic using existing station infrastructure," is classified under research services and falls below the financial threshold, indicating a streamlined open procedure. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions being 14th October 2025, whilst the enquiry period ends on 7th October 2025. The project has a total value of £75,000 and aims to draw research and innovation from industry experts, contributing to streamlined operations at railway stations across the United Kingdom.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those experienced in regulatory, safety, and operational requirements in transportation and infrastructure projects. SMEs are explicitly encouraged to participate, presenting a growth and collaboration opportunity within the railway industry sector. The project places emphasis on quality, methodology, and effective project management, alongside cost considerations, which should attract businesses capable of providing comprehensive and innovative solutions to the challenge posed by handling bulk mail and light goods at station complexes. The work will commence on 3rd November 2025 and is expected to be completed by 4th May 2026, offering a tangible timeline for contributing businesses to achieve impact and recognition in the sector.

## Notice

This research aims to understand the regulatory, safety and operational requirements that would enable more bulk mail and light goods traffic to be handled using existing station infrastructure. To do this, the work will consider typical requirements for platform/station spaces, boarding and alighting arrangements and management of handling equipment and passengers on platforms. The project will also consider how to ensure efficient loading and unloading to minimise impact on other station operations. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./863X75WV4V To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/863X75WV4V

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057138-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Nov 2025 - 4 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | £75,000 |
| 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 Sep 2025 at 18:06 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057138-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057138-2025
  16th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/863X75WV4V
- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./863X75WV4V
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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