Award

AI Accelerator Programme

CABINET OFFICE

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Award

27 Feb 2025 at 15:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office has concluded a selective procurement process for the delivery of the AI Accelerator Programme, aimed at upskilling government staff in digital and data sectors. The contract, valued at £200,000, was awarded to Bloom Procurement Services Ltd, effective from 24 February 2025 to 6 January 2026. This tender falls under the Computer Training Services industry category and was conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates included the tender period end on 7 February 2025 and the award publication on 27 February 2025. The location of services is specified as NE1 2DS.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in digital training and upskilling, particularly those adept at delivering targeted programmes in AI. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a strong background in computer training services and the ability to meet the contract requirements can leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolio and establish relationships with governmental bodies. The procurement’s focus on selective methods indicates a preference for specialised, high-quality service providers capable of delivering specific skill sets within the set framework.

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Notice Title

AI Accelerator Programme

Notice Description

Decoded Ltd have been appointed by Bloom Procurement Services Ltd on behalf of The Cabinet Office to deliver accelerators in the digital and data space, specifically for a cross-government upskilling program called the AI Accelerator Programme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-211a8ab7-e555-47d2-9b0f-a1c38355a330
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72323c4f-3107-456d-911f-c7bd65417fef
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80533100 - Computer training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2025 - 6 Jan 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
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
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

BLOOM PROCUREMENT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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