Completing all the parts of the toolkit is not enough on its own to create a case for a project.
When you have all the separate elements and can justify that your proposals are fit for purpose you can build this information into a more solid business case.
The tools help make sure you have covered all the ground to build that case. This will make developing the case more straightforward, including developing business cases for the Restoring Your Railway fund.
This case is something you can take to stakeholders and build a consensus around your project.
Any application for public funds needs to build a business case that aligns with HM Treasury’s five case model, the Green Book.
If your project is related to the mainline railway then you should engage with the strategic planners and sponsors in Network Rail.
Network Rail has business development directors in the regions to work collaboratively with businesses, local authorities and other public sector bodies to bring investment into the railway, to enable economic growth and regeneration Opportunities for third parties – Network Rail.
If your project relates to light rail or rapid transit then you should approach the Centre of Excellence at UKTram for advice.
Further sources of guidance
The websites below may offer some additional useful guidance to help you set out your proposals.