AwardedAwarded 6 January 2026
989217422 T1379- Validation and enhancement of train driver psychometric assessment, selection and recruitment for modern train operations in GB Rail
Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) · Public undertaking
In brief
Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB) awarded research work to Work Psychology Group on 6 January 2026.
The notice gives a value of £250,000 excluding VAT.
The contract runs for 2 years, starting 15 January 2026.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
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What the notice says
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.
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Who won
| Winner | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Work Psychology Group (SME) 2 bids received | £236,913 | Awarded 12 December 2025 7 January 2026 to 6 January 2028 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 067997-2025
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 073758-2025
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 084296-2025
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 009407-2026
About the buyer
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From notice 067997-2025 on Find a Tender, first published 23 October 2025, last updated 3 February 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.