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title: "T1397 The role of data-driven tools to support the development and management of driver competence post-qualification"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a1ad"
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buyer: "RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)"
published: "2025-09-25"
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# T1397 The role of data-driven tools to support the development and management of driver competence post-qualification

Buyer: RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a1ad

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## Summary

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) invites tenders for a project titled "T1397 The role of data-driven tools to support the development and management of driver competence post-qualification." This procurement, classified under the research services category, is located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement uses an open competition method and is currently at the tender stage. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 10th October 2025, and the tender submission deadline set for 24th October 2025. The project's legal basis is structured under legislation UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender offers opportunities for businesses involved in technology and data-driven solutions, particularly those specialising in competence management systems within the rail industry. Organisations that can demonstrate strong methodology, relevant experience, and project management capabilities are well-suited to compete. Suitable businesses include SMEs and VCSEs. The total contract value is up to £120,000, providing lucrative opportunities for growth in services that enhance rail safety standards through innovative research and development. Interested parties can access submission details via the Delta eSourcing portal, fostering competitive engagement.

## Notice

This research aims to: -collate knowledge on the current state of driver competence management (assessment and developmental) -identify opportunities to use technology and data more effectively, and -clarify what changes are needed to take advantage of these opportunities. Ultimately, it will support industry in understanding the role of data and technology in developing a risk-based, data-driven, competence management system. A key aspect of this work will be to ensure that any proposed recommendations and conclusions are practical and how these could be implemented across industry. The research will be separated into two distinct phases: For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./DZ33AY244A To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/DZ33AY244A

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059522-2025 |
| 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 | 25 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Nov 2025 - 9 Aug 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 | RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (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

- 25 Sep 2025 at 09:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059522-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059522-2025
  25th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/DZ33AY244A
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./DZ33AY244A
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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