Tender

AI/ML Researcher Support

DIGITAL CATAPULT

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Tender

15 Dec 2021 at 17:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by Digital Catapult, focusing on the recruitment of AI/ML researchers for the project titled "AI/ML Researcher Support". This tender falls under the research and development services industry category and is based in London, United Kingdom. Currently, the tender is in the planning stage, with a closing date set for 17 January 2022. The contract will commence from 18 February 2022 and is expected to last for six months, with an option to extend for an additional six months. The procurement method employed is an open procedure below the threshold, with an anticipated budget of approximately GBP 70,000 excluding VAT.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in AI and machine learning solutions, as it encourages collaborations with fledgling startups requiring research support. Companies equipped with expertise in AI applications, technology consulting, or innovative research partnerships will find this project particularly suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this procurement could enhance their business growth by establishing valuable connections within the AI startup ecosystem and potentially leading to longer-term collaborative ventures.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AI/ML Researcher Support

Notice Description

Digital Catapult is looking to appoint a number of AI/ML researchers to undertake short research projects with startups/SMEs that are participating in our acceleration programmes. The Machine Intelligence Garage is a CAP-AI (ERDF) and Innovate UK funded accelerator programme for early stage AI startups. The programme supports startups with access to compute power, AI Ethics advice, and business/investment connections and workshops. As part of the Machine Intelligence Garage programme there is an opportunity to fund small scale "research collaborations" between startups and a recognised research institute (for example a University or an RTO like the Digital Catapult). The objective of these research collaborations is to: - Facilitate connections between academia and industry - Fund applied AI research that is of interest to specific startups (but could be widely applied) - Improve the products and services of AI startups in the UK We are looking for a number of AI/ML researchers to work with individual startups on these small scale research projects. It is anticipated that a maximum of 15 Suppliers shall be appointed within this Contract. However, Digital Catapult reserves the right to appoint fewer or more than this number if deemed to be in their best interests to do so. The initial Contract term shall be for a period of 6 months with an option for Digital Catapult to extend for up to one (1) further period of six (6) months, at its discretion. Digital Catapult does not guarantee any volume or value of work from this Contract. However, it is anticipated that the maximum total value (including any extensions) for the entire Contract (including all appointed Suppliers) may be in the region of GBP70,000 (excluding VAT).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/56246975-f359-4301-a20a-7fe6a2cb61c3
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Feb 2022 - 17 Feb 2023 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DIGITAL CATAPULT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2RA
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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