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MHCLG Capability Partner for the AI in Local Government Project (AILG)

MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

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16 Dec 2025 at 09:12

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has completed the award stage of the procurement process for the AI in Local Government Project. This involves the provision of expertise in delivery, user-centred design, and technology, focusing on scaling AI tools within local government in the United Kingdom. The awarded contract, valued at £10,000,000, commenced on 28th November 2025 and will conclude on 27th November 2027. This procurement falls under the industry category of IT services, specifically consulting, software development, internet, and support. The method utilised was selective procurement through a call-off from a framework agreement, with an emphasis on small and medium enterprises (SME) participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in IT services, particularly those focused on AI technology and user-centred design. Businesses with expertise in these areas could benefit from potential future projects and collaborations with MHCLG or local governments. Companies positioning themselves in sectors such as software development and support, and those that can scale solutions effectively, are well-suited to compete in similar public procurement processes. This contract exemplifies the demand for innovative technology solutions in the public sector, paving the way for growth in these industries.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MHCLG Capability Partner for the AI in Local Government Project (AILG)

Notice Description

This contract has already been awarded and is being published for transparency purposes. Provision of expert capability in delivery, user centred design and technology to support the work of AILG. Focusing on sustainable roll out and scaling of AI tools to local government and also, if required, across MHCLG and its ALBs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48d6cfa5-eda9-4705-a4d4-9301e61405a4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 2025 - 27 Nov 2027 1-2 years
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
MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

SOFTWIRE TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

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