Tender

Ethics support (Advisory Group Members)

DIGITAL CATAPULT

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Tender

22 Jul 2021 at 16:45

Summary of the contracting process

Digital Catapult, based in London, is currently conducting an open procurement process for the tender titled "Ethics support (Advisory Group Members)." This opportunity focuses on research consultancy services within the technology ethics industry, specifically concerning AI Ethics. The tender period ends on 2nd August 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 23rd August 2021 and run until 23rd January 2023. Interested suppliers must demonstrate relevant experience and capabilities in technology ethics and collaboration with industry players, particularly in advanced digital technologies.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses that specialize in technology ethics and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in AI Ethics. Companies experienced in designing collaborative workshops and engaging with tech startups and SMEs would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The role of suppliers extends beyond consultancy, as they will actively participate in ethics activities, workshops, and committee meetings, making this a valuable opportunity for professional growth and networking within the tech ethics community.

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Notice Title

Ethics support (Advisory Group Members)

Notice Description

Digital Catapult is looking to appoint a number of professional, reliable Suppliers as members of the Digital Catapult Ethics Committee (Advisory Group), which will contribute to a range of hands-on Ethics activities upon request. It is anticipated that a maximum of 5 Suppliers shall be appointed within this Contract. As a member of the Digital Catapult Ethics Committee (Advisory Group) successful candidates will take part in Ethics Committee meetings and contribute to a range of hands-on activities such as ethics consultations with external organisations, ethics workshops/webinars, deep dives, resource development and research - subject to availability and interest. The potential suppliers should have relevant experience in Technology Ethics - in particular AI Ethics; a good understanding of advanced digital technology esp. Artificial Intelligence; relevant experience and interest in working with industry, tech startups and SMEs; relevant experience in designing and delivering collaborative workshops. Interested candidates can find detailed contract requirements, specifications, evaluation criteria, process timelines, etc. on the RFP document.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-37da69b7-dd27-49fb-9dac-ecbdf4b63492
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc48952-f6cf-4400-a972-23918d2cf8fb
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Aug 2021 - 23 Jan 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DIGITAL CATAPULT
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@digicatapult.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3001233101

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2RA
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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