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CNI Monitoring

DSIT

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29 Jan 2026 at 14:32

Summary of the contracting process

The UK AI Security Institute (AISI), with the support of DSIT, has completed a procurement process entitled "CNI Monitoring" to address risks related to the integration of advanced AI systems into Critical National Infrastructure. The tender, classified under Research and Development Services, has been awarded to RAND Europe. The procurement utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with a contract value of £348,959. The contract began on 5th January 2026 and is set to end on 6th July 2026. This initiative spans broad geographic regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for enterprises specialising in research and development services with the capability to navigate complex AI and security domains. The procurement process was open to SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises, offering an inclusive opportunity for a range of business scales. Collaborating with significant government and regulatory stakeholders ensures strategic engagement and alignment with national security objectives. Businesses adept in consultancy and risk-mitigation services stand to benefit by contributing to the safety and resilience of national infrastructures through this contract.

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Notice Title

CNI Monitoring

Notice Description

The UK AI Security Institute (AISI) is working to understand, monitor, and mitigate emerging risks stemming from the integration of advanced AI systems into Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) sectors. As part of this, DSIT is procuring external partners to develop methodologies to identify and monitor risks to support preparedness efforts by government departments, key regulators, and other relevant stakeholders.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1273b63d-5c69-4df9-9da9-50a30a8863e9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce97f158-727e-43d2-8169-452b2b48b6f7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£348,959 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£348,959 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 6 Jul 2026 6-12 months
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
SALFORD
Postcode
M3 5BS
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Blackfriars & Trinity
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAND EUROPE

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