Scope
Reference
ORR CT 25-71
Description
ORR seeks to appoint a suitably qualified consultant to undertake an independent review of its occupational health and safety management system. The review will assess policies, procedures, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness across office and frontline environments, ensuring alignment with UK legislation, ISO 45001:2018, and HSE's HSG65 framework. Deliverables include a comprehensive review report, legal compliance register, redrafted policies, action plan, and implementation support.
Total value (estimated)
- £45,000 excluding VAT
- £54,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 24 November 2025 to 28 February 2026
- Possible extension to 30 April 2026
- 5 months, 7 days
Description of possible extension:
There is no formal extension period specified for this contract. However, ORR may consider additional support or follow-on work subject to performance, budget availability, and organisational need. Any such extension would be negotiated separately and is not guaranteed as part of this procurement.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71317200 - Health and safety services
- 71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Conditions of participation
Chartered Health and Safety Practitioner (CMIOSH or equivalent)
Demonstrable experience in organisational H&S reviews
Familiarity with high-hazard or regulatory sectors
Cyber Essentials or ISO27000 certification (or equivalent)
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
24 October 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
5 November 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders must be submitted electronically via the ORR eTendering portal:
https://orr.bravosolution.co.uk/go/450736870199C8A90B7D
Submission Deadline: 05 November 2025 @ 12:00 (UK time)
Clarification Deadline: 24 October 2025 @ 12:00
Instructions:
Tenders must be submitted in two separate envelopes:
Technical Envelope: Quality response (Methodology, Delivery, Experience), Disclaimer, Cyber Essentials or ISO27000 certification (or equivalent)
Commercial Envelope: Price and Form of Tender
Late submissions may not be accepted.
No electronic auction will be used for this procurement.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Most advantageous tender based on:
Methodology (20%)
Delivery (20%)
Experience (40%)
Cost/Value for Money (20%)
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
ORR CT 25-71 H&S Consultancy ITT Statement of Requirement.pdf
ORR CT 25-71 Template - Disclaimer.docx
ORR CT 25-71 Template - Form of Tender - Fixed Fee.docx
ORR CT 25-71 Template Short-Form Services Agreement + Cover Sheet.docx
Contracting authority
Office of Rail and Road
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMPH-6471-MDYY
25 Cabot Square
London
E14 4QZ
United Kingdom
Email: procurementteam@orr.gov.uk
Region: UKI42 - Tower Hamlets
Organisation type: Public authority - central government