Consultancy support for HSW enforced accessibility regulatory activities

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Description

The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) invites tenders for the provision of expert consultancy support to assist with its regulatory responsibilities concerning rail vehicle accessibility. The successful supplier will provide independent, evidence-based analysis of potential non-compliances with accessibility standards under the Railways (Interoperability) Regulations 2011 and the Rail Vehicle Accessibility (Non-Interoperable Rail System) Regulations 2010. This support will be delivered under a call-off contract structure, with individual Statements of Work issued as required. The consultant will be expected to respond to reactive casework, often initiated by public complaints, and produce detailed reports to inform enforcement decisions. The contract will run for approximately 36 months.

Official publications

• ​​Independent review of ORR's approach to cost assessment and efficiency target setting for National Highways​
  Published: 5 November 2026
• Pay and Reward Strategy
  Published: 5 November 2026
• Passenger Services Cost Benchmarking Study
  Published: 27 October 2026
• Economic analysis of access applications
  Published: 23 October 2026
• Third party review of National Highways licence self-assurance
  Published: 19 October 2026
• Operations analysis of applications for train services between Newcastle and Brighton and Cardiff and York
  Published: 30 September 2026
• Intra-company benchmarking of Network Rail's maintenance and renewals expenditure
  Published: 29 September 2026
• Artificial Intelligence Innovation
  Published: 24 September 2026
• ADHD and Autism Coaching
  Published: 17 September 2026
• Power Platform Application Support and Development
  Published: 26 August 2026

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• IT Help Desk Outsourcing — 11 November 2025
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• Comparative Review of Product Approval Processes in European Rail Infrastructure Organisations — 9 October 2025
• Review of Occupational Health and Safety Management in ORR — 9 October 2025

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Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to bid for this tender?

The submission deadline is 21 November 2025. Check the official source, as dates can be modified.

What is the estimated value of this tender?

The estimated value published by the buyer is £80,000.

Who is the buyer of this tender?

The contracting authority is Office of Rail and Road (United Kingdom).

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