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AI Powered Chatbot and Student Engagement Platform

UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH

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29 Jan 2025 at 15:11

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Portsmouth has selected a supplier for its "AI Powered Chatbot and Student Engagement Platform" contract aimed at enhancing personalised support to students and improving their campus experience through data-driven decisions. The procurement falls under the Software package and information systems category and was completed using the Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement. The awarded contract valued at £118,000, will commence on 3rd February 2025 and run until 2nd February 2029, serving the University’s location in Portsmouth, England. The tender stage has concluded with Cadent Analytics Limited trading as Galvia selected as the supplier, following a selective procurement process.

This award represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in AI and software development, particularly those who can offer scalable solutions for educational institutions. SMEs, in particular, may find this sector fruitful given the University’s explicit suitability requirements for small and medium-sized enterprises. The procurement method used, a call-off from a framework agreement, ensures streamlined contracting processes, potentially benefiting companies experienced with public sector frameworks and looking to expand their presence in the higher education market.

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Notice Title

AI Powered Chatbot and Student Engagement Platform

Notice Description

The requirement is for an AI-powered chatbot and student engagement platform to help the University to provide personalised support to students at scale and make data-driven decisions to enhance their campus experience. The procurement was undertaken using the Crown Commercial Services G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement, using their staged process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-340cfa98-500f-4845-9ebb-26761af29764
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67c4c169-4d3d-4405-a212-c722b01597bf
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£118,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£118,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2025 - 2 Feb 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2UP
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CADENT ANALYTICS LIMITED TRADING AS GALVIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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