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Project Libra - AI testing support

FCA

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28 May 2026 at 12:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), located in London, UK, has completed a procurement process titled "Project Libra - AI testing support". The procurement, classified under IT services and software, follows a "testing-as-a-service" model to support a Proof of Concept with an on-demand and repeatable testing process via API integration. The process involved a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract value that started at £447,620.40 and went up to £671,430.60, covering the contract period from 20th May 2026 to 19th May 2027. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with Advai Ltd, an SME, selected as the supplier. The final award was made on 20th May 2026, with the publication of the award notice on 28th May 2026.

This tender provides numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, consulting, and software development. Companies with capabilities in API integration and automated testing systems will find this project aligns well with their expertise. Particularly, businesses familiar with developing and delivering scalable testing services on demand would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders. As this process was conducted through a selective procurement method, future participants might benefit from engaging with framework agreements, thus enhancing participation opportunities in government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project Libra - AI testing support

Notice Description

The FCA requires existing testing capabilities used during a Proof of Concept to be provided as an on-demand, repeatable process in 2026. The FCA requires a "testing-as-a-service" model, where a platform connects directly to the project system being built via API. This integration requires two cadences of testing: 1. On-Demand Testing: Accessible and configurable lightweight testing to monitor stability and performance, used to guide development. 2.Full System Testing: Detailed evaluation and validation performed on a regular cycle, or on demand, to ensure comprehensive assessment of all testing dimensions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-18fb3ca9-188e-4169-9e16-57da14b4dc38
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42657d5a-24f9-48c8-aebc-648827417d29
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£671,430 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£447,620 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 May 2026 - 19 May 2027 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
FCA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADVAI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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