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Guidelines on AI-ready Datasets

DSIT

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12 Feb 2026 at 12:24

Summary of the contracting process

The National Data Library within the Government Digital Service, part of DSIT, conducted a procurement process titled "Guidelines on AI-ready Datasets," aiming to establish best practices for releasing government datasets tailored for AI applications. The procurement, classified under "content or data standardization and classification services," entails developing effective data structures and methods for dissemination across various regions, including the UK, Europe, and global territories. The procurement process used a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, moved to the award stage, and concluded with an active contract from 22nd December 2025 to 9th January 2026. The award notice was published on 12th February 2026, confirming that Cognizant Worldwide Limited was selected as the supplier, with a contract value of £37,500.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in AI data solutions, content standardisation, and classification services to leverage their expertise in government data projects. It is particularly suited for small to medium enterprises that are adept at handling complex data management and AI-driven solutions due to the focus on AI-ready dataset guidelines. Large enterprises, like Cognizant Worldwide Limited, have successfully competed for this tender, underscoring the potential for significant growth and collaboration with government agencies. Firms with capabilities in data structuring and dissemination can benefit substantially from participating in such strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing governmental data utilisation.

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Notice Title

Guidelines on AI-ready Datasets

Notice Description

The National Data Library in the Government Digital Service procured services to develop guidelines and best practices for releasing government datasets which can be used for AI, including on the development of effective data structures and data dissemination methods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-01fafdb3-c5de-42d4-b205-33c6662336ff
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1498c79e-5590-460e-ab45-b8cbd5578d3f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72330000 - Content or data standardization and classification services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
22 Dec 2025 - 9 Jan 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COGNIZANT WORLDWIDE

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