Rail Safety and Standards Board has published this notice through Delta eSourcing
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| Title: | 989217422 T1379- Validation and enhancement of train driver psychometric assessment, selection and recruitment for modern train operations in GB Rail |
| Notice type: | UK4: Tender notice |
| Authority: | Rail Safety and Standards Board |
| Nature of contract: | Services |
| Procedure: | Above threshold - Open procedure |
| Short Description: | 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. |
| Published: | 13/11/2025 16:08 |
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Scope
Description: 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.
To view this notice, please click here:
https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=994258964
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9789E8Q9UB
Total value (estimated):
GBP 250,000 excluding VAT GBP 300,000 including VAT
Description
Contract dates (estimated)
15/01/2026 to 15/01/2028
CPV Classifications:
73110000 - Research services.
Contract can be extended:
No
Extension Date:
Delivery regions:
Not Provided
Award criteria:
Quality criterion - Name: W2 Tenderer’s understanding and methodology / Weighting: 30
Quality criterion - Name: W3 Tenderer’s experience and individual expertise / Weighting: 30
Quality criterion - Name: W4 Project management: Planning and engagement / Weighting: 15
Quality criterion - Name: W5 Project management: Risks and opportunities / Weighting: 10
Quality criterion - Name: W6 Cost of project / Weighting: 15
Submission
Enquiry deadline: 14/11/2025 Time: 12:00Tender submission deadline: 04/12/2025 Time: 12:00
Submission address and any special instructions: https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/
An electronic auction will be used: No
Languages that may be used for submission: English, Award decision date (estimated): 18/12/2025
Procedure
Procedure type: Open procedure
Contracting authority
RSSB, PVGN-9767-BLPT
25 Fenchurch Avenue, London, EC3M 5AD, United Kingdom
Tel. 020 3142 5351, Email: henry.ojo@rssb.co.uk
Contact: Henry Ojo
Organisation type: BODY_PUBLIC
Devolved regulations that apply: None
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UK-London: Research services.
Scope
Description: 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.
To view this notice, please click here:
https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1002216351
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9789E8Q9UB
Total value (estimated):
GBP 250,000 excluding VAT GBP 300,000 including VAT
Contract Details
Contract 1
Contract value: GBP 284,295 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold: No
Award decision date: 12/12/2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed: 06/01/2026
Contract dates (estimated): 07/01/2026 to 06/01/2028
Main procurement category: SERVICES
CPV classifications:
73110000 - Research services.
Supplier
Supplier: Work Psychology Limited
4 Henley Way
Lincoln
LN6 3QR
UK
Email: henry.ojo@rssb.co.uk
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Contract: 1
Procedure
Procedure type: Open procedure
Contracting Authorities
989217422 T1379- Validation and enhancement of train driver psychometric assessment, selection and recruitment for modern train operations in GB Rail
UK-London: Research services.
Scope
Description: 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.
To view this notice, please click here:
https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011422228
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://rssb.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9789E8Q9UB
Total value (estimated):
GBP 250,000 excluding VAT GBP 300,000 including VAT
Contract Details
Contract 1
Contract value: GBP 284,295 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold: No
Award decision date: 12/12/2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed: 06/01/2026
Contract dates (estimated): 07/01/2026 to 06/01/2028
Main procurement category: SERVICES
CPV classifications:
73110000 - Research services.
Procedure
Procedure type: Open procedure
Contracting Authorities
Contracting authority:
Address:
London
EC3M 5AD
UK
Email: henry.ojo@rssb.co.uk