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title: "989217422 T1379- Validation and enhancement of train driver psychometric assessment, selection and recruitment for modern train operations in GB Rail"
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# 989217422 T1379- Validation and enhancement of train driver psychometric assessment, selection and recruitment for modern train operations in GB Rail

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e5

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## Summary

The procurement process, conducted by RSSB, addresses the validation and enhancement of train driver psychometric assessment, focusing on modern train operations within GB Rail. This contract is under the 'services' category, specifically pertaining to research services. Located in London, this process was completed following an open procedure. Originally initiated on 23 October 2025, the procurement traversed through several stages, with the contract period beginning on 7 January 2026 and set to end on 6 January 2028. The tender was both awarded and signed by February 2026, with RSSB serving as the buying organisation. The procurement followed UK legislation as defined under the legal reference 2023/54.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the field of psychometric and recruitment research. Companies with expertise in psychological assessments and recruitment methodologies are well-placed to benefit. Particularly, small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Work Psychology Limited, which successfully secured this contract, indicate the tender's inclusiveness towards smaller service providers with niche expertise. The contract’s focus on enhancing train driver recruitment processes offers a platform for businesses to contribute to the safety and efficiency of rail operations, potentially paving the way for collaborations and innovation in the wider transportation sector.

## Notice

This research aims to conduct a comprehensive validation study of the train driver selection process that is used in GB Rail by all rail companies that employ mainline train drivers. This covers passenger operators, freight operators and infrastructure contractors. It will focus on both the standardised and non-standardised elements of train driver selection and be separated into two distinct phases. We consider a phase distinction to be important given the fundamental differences that exist between the two elements of train driver selection and the required outputs for each. There will be a stage gate review between phase 1 and phase 2 to enable review and reflection of the findings and recommendations, considering any additions or adaptions to phase 2 before commencement. To view this notice, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011422228

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009407-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Jan 2026 - 6 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | £250,000 |
| Awards value | £236,912 |
| Contracts value | £236,912 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WORK PSYCHOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 12:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009407-2026
- 18 Dec 2025 at 12:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084296-2025
- 13 Nov 2025 at 19:05 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073758-2025
- 23 Oct 2025 at 18:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067997-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009407-2026
  3rd February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084296-2025
  18th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073758-2025
  13th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067997-2025
  23rd October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011422228
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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