---
title: "1004169075 2025-SUS-004 Cost Benefit Analysis of Noise Mitigation on the Rail Network"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060000"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)"
published: "2026-01-08"
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# 1004169075 2025-SUS-004 Cost Benefit Analysis of Noise Mitigation on the Rail Network

Buyer: RAIL SAFETY STANDARDS BOARD (RSSB)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060000

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## Summary

The Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) is actively seeking proposals for a project titled "Cost Benefit Analysis of Noise Mitigation on the Rail Network." This procurement process, with a focus on research services, is set against the backdrop of the UK's vibrant city, London. With a procurement method described as a below-threshold open competition, it encourages diverse participation. Interested parties should take note of key deadlines: the enquiry period concludes on 30th January 2026, and submissions must be completed by 5th February 2026. The tender is currently in the active stage, and the contract will span from 2nd March 2026 to 1st December 2026.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with expertise in environmental impacts and noise mitigation strategies. The procurement is notably suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), fostering a competitive environment. Businesses with strong project management capabilities and an innovative approach to understanding and methodology are well-placed to thrive. The project underscores the potential for business growth by contributing to the formulation of future rail noise policies and the England Noise Action Plan, supported by a budget of up to £150,000. Successful bidders will be those who can effectively balance quality and pricing criteria to deliver insightful desktop research and analysis.

## Notice

RSSB seeks to procure desktop research into rail noise mitigation options and associated analysis of noise maps. This work will inform the development of the England Noise Action Plan for rail, and help inform the development of future rail noise policy. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1004716436

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001425-2026 |
| 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 | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 1 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | £50,000 |
| 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

- 8 Jan 2026 at 12:05 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001425-2026
- 6 Jan 2026 at 12:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000631-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001425-2026
  8th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000631-2026
  6th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1004716436
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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