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title: "1053603399 T1402 Future management of PFAS for the GB rail industry"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d574"
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# 1053603399 T1402 Future management of PFAS for the GB rail industry

Buyer: RSSB  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d574

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## Summary

The public procurement process is initiated by the RSSB, a public undertaking based in London, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "1053603399 T1402 Future management of PFAS for the GB rail industry", is focused on research services aimed at managing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) within the rail sector. This procurement is in the tender stage and follows an open competition method below the threshold. Interested parties should note the enquiry deadline as 11th August 2026 and the submission deadline as 25th August 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2027.

This tender offers potential for business growth particularly for companies specialising in research services related to environmental management, rail industry operations, or PFAS emissions and waste management. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in risk-informed decision-making or those capable of transitioning industry materials could find this opportunity rewarding. Companies with robust project management skills, a strong understanding of the rail sector, and competitive pricing strategies may have an edge in the selection process. The total contract value is approximately £120,000 (excluding VAT), making it an attractive proposition for businesses looking to strengthen their foothold in the public sector.

## Notice

RSSB is seeking to appoint a supplier to undertake research into the future management of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) across the GB rail industry. The project will assess gaps in existing engineering, safety, assurance, materials disclosure and waste-management processes; develop a proportionate approach for assessing PFAS-related emissions and waste impacts; and produce practical guidance for managing PFAS-driven change across the railway asset lifecycle. The guidance will be tested through three case studies, including the transition from aqueous film-forming foam to fluorine-free alternatives, and will support consistent, risk-informed decision-making across asset owners, operators, manufacturers, maintainers and the wider supply chain. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./SVV388EJR7 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/SVV388EJR7

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071303-2026 |
| 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 | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | £120,000 |
| 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

- 28 Jul 2026 at 14:00 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071303-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071303-2026
  28th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/SVV388EJR7
- https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./SVV388EJR7
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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