ORR requires an independent audit of cost-benefit analysis and demand forecasting for Great Western Mainline track access applications to ensure analytical robustness and support regulatory decision-making.
Tender closed on 3 Sept 2026. Awaiting award.
ORR requires an experienced Microsoft AI partner to deliver three integrated AI solutions for records management, knowledge discovery, and workforce planning within Microsoft 365.
Benchmark Network Rail's maintenance and renewals spending for 2025-26 using statistical and comparative cost analysis methods to improve value for money.
Help ORR enhance its cost assessment and efficiency target-setting methodology for National Highways through independent review and regulatory best practice analysis.
ORR is seeking independent operational analysis of two proposed open access train services to support regulatory approval decisions.
ESRC Grow Awards provide £100,000-£500,000 in funding to support UK researchers building new capabilities, changing disciplines, or establishing independence during key career transitions.
ESRC funds curiosity-driven social science research projects led by individuals or small teams, offering up to £2 million (80% funded) for ambitious proposals lasting up to five years.
Nine-week online programme offering up to £2,500 for NERC researchers to explore commercial applications of climate adaptation research using lean startup methods.
Funding for independent academic research using experimental medicine approaches to investigate the causal mechanisms of gambling disorder in human subjects.
