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1067273293 T1419 Creating neuroinclusive principles to maximise train driver performance

Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) · Public undertaking

In brief

Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) is looking for suppliers for research work (London).

The estimated value is £80,000 excluding VAT.

The contract runs for 9 months, starting 9 November 2026.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Bids close at midday, Monday 12 October 2026.

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Can I win this?

Key dates

Questions by
midday, Monday 28 September 2026
Bids by
midday, Monday 12 October 2026

How bids are scored

W2 Tenderer’s understanding and methodology 35% · W3 Tenderer’s experience and individual expertise 25% · W4 Project management: Planning and engagement 15% · W5 Project management: Risks and opportunities 5% · W6 Cost of project 20%

Quality matters most. You can win without being the cheapest.

Competition

Typical: a median of 3 bids per contract for this buyer (from 7 awards in the last 12 months).

What the notice says

RSSB is seeking to appoint a supplier to undertake research to develop neuroinclusive principles that support train driver performance. The project will examine how train driver training, development, competence management and related workplace activities can be designed and delivered in a more neuroinclusive way, while maintaining safety-critical competence requirements. The research will consider current industry practice, barriers experienced by neurodivergent drivers, practical adjustments and inclusive design approaches, and how these can be implemented consistently across the rail industry. The scope includes passenger, freight and On-Track Machine drivers and focuses on non-driving activities such as training, briefings, feedback, competence assessments and related workplace environments. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-services./5MU3T69P75 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/5MU3T69P75

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  3. Submit your bid through the buyer's e-tendering portal: rssb.delta-esourcing.com.
  4. Send clarification questions before midday, Monday 28 September 2026.
  5. Make sure your bid arrives before midday, Monday 12 October 2026. Late bids are usually rejected.

Timeline

  1. Tender notice · UK4, notice 088213-2026

About the buyer

Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB)Last 12 months

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46

Awards

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From notice 088213-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 17 September 2026. We last checked for changes on 27 September 2026.