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Research & development in London
Public sector contract notices in research & development covering London, from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder.
Research & development notices in London
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Environmental Permitting Regulations (EPR) 2016 Groundwater Activity Cost Benefit
The Environment Agency wants a Rapid Evidence Assessment on how to interpret 'disproportionately costly' under groundwater activity permitting rules. The output will inform new guidance on cost-benefit analysis for assessing remediation and contaminated material re-deposit.
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GB-London: GIS training and data management for Local Planning Authorities
The Planning Advisory Service wants a supplier to deliver GIS and data skills training to planning authority officers, covering QGIS, spatial data, and planning applications. Delivery is mostly online with some in-person sessions and ad-hoc research commissions.
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SSA_RWA_STELIR Research on Equity and Inclusion in large scale Teacher Professional Development (TPD)
The British Council wants research into how equity and inclusion work in large-scale teacher professional development programmes, including the role of blended learning and education technology. The study will use mixed methods - questionnaires and performance data alongside focus groups and interviews - to understand teacher attitudes and experiences.
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Wildfire and peatland: Studies to support delivery of the Third National Adaptation Programme
Defra is commissioning six independent research reviews and scoping studies on wildfire risk in peatland and organic soils, to support the Third National Adaptation Programme. The work covers different aspects of wildfire management, carbon storage, and climate resilience in peatland areas.
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WE 748 Research and Insight Services - Wester Balkans
Research into how young people in the Western Balkans perceive and engage with media, trust, and misinformation. The study combines desk research and stakeholder engagement to produce briefing papers and policy recommendations.
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977407103 T1394 Determining tram-train platform arrangements
RSSB needs research to define standardised tram-train platform designs for Great Britain. The work will develop practical designs, support consistency across schemes, inform national standards, and engage stakeholders.
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Management and Delivery of the SHARP Programme and Development of Helmet Testing and Rating Protocols (Phase 2 – Validation)
The Department for Transport wants a single supplier to manage the SHARP programme (a research initiative) and develop helmet testing and rating protocols in phase 2 validation. Full details are in the ITT documents on their e-sourcing portal.
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976595394 T1400 Demonstrating the visibility and illumination of rolling stock external lighting
RSSB wants research into the visibility and effectiveness of front-end lighting on GB trains, including assessment of current compliance, variables affecting performance, and potential for automated or adaptive headlight systems. The findings will inform updates to safety standards and rules.
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980552769 T1391 - How to enable bulk mail and light goods traffic using existing station infrastructure
RSSB wants research into how UK railway stations could handle more bulk mail and light goods traffic using their existing infrastructure. The work will examine platform requirements, safety regulations, operational impacts, and efficient loading procedures.
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904724896 T1350 Understanding root causes and preventing freight wagon wheel flats Work Package 3 – Static Brake Testing of Freight Vehicles
RSSB is commissioning static brake testing of freight trains to gather data on how braking systems affect wheel flat generation. The work involves testing real freight vehicles under various conditions to characterise braking behaviour and inform freight safety research.
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Project PaLaDIn Maximising Interactium Benefits FSHD as a case study
Develop and test frameworks to help FSHD patient groups across seven European countries lead cross-sector collaboration using the Interactium platform. Create a health technology assessment model and standard operating procedures for FSHD, plus a navigator program to support patients in clinical trial decisions.
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T1397 The role of data-driven tools to support the development and management of driver competence post-qualification
RSSB wants research into how data-driven tools and technology can improve driver competence management in the rail industry. The work will review current practice, identify opportunities for better use of technology, and recommend practical implementation approaches.
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High geochemical lead survey
The FSA needs sampling and analysis of lead levels in food grown or reared in high geochemical lead areas across GB. The work will establish a baseline of lead contamination in these regions to inform food safety policy.
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978799118 T1398 Categorising platform/train stepping arrangements to assess and prioritise actions towards independent boarding
RSSB wants research to categorise platform-train step heights and gaps across GB railways, then develop a methodology to assess the benefits of making boarding more accessible. The project will define boarding categories based on passenger ability to board independently, map current arrangements across the network, and evaluate financial and societal benefits of improvements.
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Invitation to Tender for Public Research 2025-2026
The General Dental Council wants research on public views, experiences and confidence in dental care, including factors affecting supply, demand, access and safety. The work includes tracking changes over time and will inform their new corporate strategy.
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Consumer confidence in drinking water
The Drinking Water Inspectorate needs research to understand what drives public confidence in drinking water quality and how their communications should evolve. The study will cover England and Wales and feed into DWI's risk communication strategy.
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UK_813- Venice Biennale Facilitator
The British Council seeks a Venice Biennale Facilitator to support the British Pavilion during the 2026 International Art and Architecture Exhibitions. The role involves programme coordination and support for the Venice Fellowships initiative, which places early-career UK creative professionals in Venice for a month.
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983953021 T1381 -Improving freight gauges (W7-W9a and 10a)
RSSB wants research to review and propose changes to seven freight vehicle gauge definitions (W7–W10a), building an evidence base for changes that would fit more wagon and container combinations without affecting route clearance. The work will also identify where further gauge enhancements could increase container flows.
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983953021 T1381 -Improving freight gauges (W7-W9a and 10a)
RSSB wants research to review and propose changes to freight vehicle gauge definitions (W7 through W10a). The work will build an evidence base for gauge changes that accommodate more wagon and container combinations while maintaining route clearance, and identify where further enhancements could increase container capacity.
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Indepth Interviews
The Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult needs a specialist to conduct in-depth interviews with their collaborators, clients, partners, stakeholders and internal staff. The interviews will be used to demonstrate impact and performance to grant funders.
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978798928 T1399 Interventions for improving platform/train stepping arrangements
RSSB wants research to identify and evaluate interventions for improving passenger boarding at stations and trains. The work includes a comprehensive review of national and international solutions, a framework for assessing them against real-world investment scenarios, and action plans for achieving independent boarding.
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BT382 - Business Support Guides for Landlord Relations and Launching a High Street Business
Westminster City Council wants an organisation with retail expertise to create detailed online business support guides for independent SMEs. The guides will help businesses secure high street locations by demonstrating credibility to landlords.
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Overcoming Barriers to Town Centre Housing Conversion - UID 115 NP392
Historic England wants a national review and case study on converting town centre spaces - including upper floors, ground-floor retail, and hospitality units - into homes. The work combines lessons learned, technical feasibility, financial modelling, and stakeholder engagement to produce actionable ideas for policy-makers and developers.
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BT350 - WCC CurateOn - Business Support Guides - Running a High Street Business
Westminster City Council needs an external retail expert to create detailed online business support guidance for independent SMEs on their CurateOn platform. The guidance will help businesses understand how to set up and run successfully on high streets.
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GB-London: National Cultural Framework Proposition
The Local Government Association needs someone to develop a national cultural framework by working with local government partners, national government, and combined authorities. The work is funded by the LGA and the Chief Culture and Leisure Officers Association.