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AIRR Programme Lead and Design Support

DSIT

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07 Jul 2026 at 08:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "AIRR Programme Lead and Design Support" has been completed by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) in the United Kingdom. This contract, classified under "Technical services," targets the advisory support across cloud and high-performance computing (HPC) procurement. The process involved a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement and covered a wide geographical reach, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and other international locations. Key dates include the award date on 23 June 2026, with the contract period spanning from 1 July 2026 to 31 December 2026, at a value of £498,300.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses that offer strategic advisory services, especially those with a focus on cloud and HPC solutions. It is particularly well-suited for SMEs and organisations that can provide technical, commercial, and strategic expertise within flexible call-off arrangements. The contract awarded to Red Oak Consulting LLP highlights the potential for similar businesses to expand their clientele by leveraging their expertise in programme delivery and decision-making support, which is essential for facilitating the future expansion of AI Research Resource initiatives. Such opportunities can be pivotal for business growth in related technology service sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AIRR Programme Lead and Design Support

Notice Description

This contract provides continued specialist advisory support to DSIT across cloud and HPC procurement and strategic programme development activities. The supplier will provide technical, commercial and strategic expertise on a flexible call-off basis, supporting the refinement of cloud procurement activity and the development of options and delivery plans for the future expansion of the AI Research Resource (AIRR). The extension ensures continuity of knowledge and specialist capability during a critical phase of programme delivery and decision-making.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7f1ac54-140d-439f-a165-32282ab6092e
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71356000 - Technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£498,300 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DSIT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

RED OAK CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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