Accreditation / PQ register

RISQS

Accreditation / PQ registerUK-widePaid - annual fee plus audit costs

Also known as Railway Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme.

The qualification scheme for suppliers to Network Rail, train operators and rail infrastructure.

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Who uses it

Network Rail, TfL rail, train and freight operating companies, tier one rail contractors.

Getting registered

Registration, product and service code selection, then audit for higher-risk categories.

Watch out for

Effectively mandatory for rail supply. Audit scheduling can add months - do not start when a tender appears.

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At a glance

Run by: RISQS (administered by Achilles)
Type: Accreditation / PQ register
Covers: UK-wide
Sectors: Rail
Cost: Paid - annual fee plus audit costs
Website: risqs.org

Last reviewed 2026-09-14. Something wrong on this page?

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