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AI-Powered Meeting Summary Tool

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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24 Jul 2025 at 17:00

Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council, in partnership with Together for Children Sunderland Limited, has recently finalised the procurement process for an AI-powered Meeting Summary Tool, known as the Magic Notes App. This contract, valued at £57,302, operates within the industry-specific software sector, classified under CPV code 48100000. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement via the KCS Software Products and Associated Services Framework. The award stage is complete, with the contract active from 17th March 2025 to 16th March 2026, and potential for an extension by another year. The project is located in Sunderland, with services delivered to postcode SR1 3AA. The initial tendering phase concluded on 3rd March 2025.

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for SMEs specialising in software development, particularly in AI and data processing solutions, to explore collaboration with public sector entities. Although the contract has been awarded to Softcat Plc, similar procurement processes offer a pathway for growth and diversification for small to medium enterprises. Engaging in such projects can help SMEs establish a foothold in the public sector, enhance their portfolio with innovative solutions, and increase their service visibility, leading to potential future opportunities within the UK. Businesses that can provide tailored software packages and support services are well-positioned to compete effectively in these tenders.

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Notice Title

AI-Powered Meeting Summary Tool

Notice Description

Please note this contract has already been awarded and is being published for transparency purposes only. Sunderland City Council on behalf of Together for Children Sunderland Limited has awarded a contract for the provision of an AI-powered Meeting Summary Tool (Magic Notes App) for a period of 12 months, with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The above contract was awarded via the KCS Software Products and Associated Services Framework (Y23065).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-37048a4b-94a9-4834-b816-8b62658a1cc5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ac66dcb-376a-400e-982c-9304faddd557
Current Stage
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£57,302 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,302 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2025 - 16 Mar 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
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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