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title: "1015007208 T1403 - Preventing unsolicited brake applications: A new approach to PassComm system design"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0655e1"
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published: "2026-02-17"
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# 1015007208 T1403 - Preventing unsolicited brake applications: A new approach to PassComm system design

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0655e1

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by RSSB, located at 25 Fenchurch Avenue, London, is actively seeking tenders for a project titled "1015007208 T1403 - Preventing unsolicited brake applications: A new approach to PassComm system design." This falls under the research services industry category. The tender, part of the service procurement category, employs an open competition method below the threshold and involves electronic submissions. Interested parties must submit enquiries by 9th March 2026, 12:00 PM, and final proposals by 20th March 2026, 12:00 PM. Contracts are set to commence on 13th April 2026 and conclude on 12th January 2027. The total estimated contract value is £75,000, with a gross value of £90,000.

This tender offers an opportunity for businesses specialising in system design and research services, particularly those with expertise in railway performance and safety solutions, to contribute to the optimisation of train operations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement criteria focus not only on cost but also on quality aspects such as tenderer’s understanding, methodology, experience, and project management capabilities. Companies with strong project management skills and a proven track record in rail transport innovation might find this opportunity particularly beneficial for expanding their portfolios and enhancing their industry presence.

## Notice

This research will explore whether changes in system logic, design, or supporting processes could reduce unnecessary emergency stops between stations while preserving the ability to effectively respond to PTI or other genuine emergencies. This work directly supports the Rail Delivery Group's Network Performance Board and its Performance Restoration Framework pillar 'Keeping Trains Safely Moving'. It also aligns with the Rail Technical Strategy's Critical Enabler 'Optimised Train Operations' and RSSB's Rail Health and Safety Strategy (RHSS). This work is sponsored by the Operations Standards Forum (OSF) and supported by the Better Operations and Programme Board (BOPB). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./HD746MYX6H To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/HD746MYX6H

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014248-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2026 - 12 Jan 2027 |
| 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

- 17 Feb 2026 at 12:06 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014248-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014248-2026
  17th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/HD746MYX6H
- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./HD746MYX6H
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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