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GB-Manchester: Research into AI and automated data collection in Library Services

ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND

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25 Oct 2024 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Arts Council England has awarded a contract titled "GB-Manchester: Research into AI and automated data collection in Library Services" under the industry category of Research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV 73000000). The contracting process was managed in Manchester, UK, with a tender period ending on 24th September 2024 and the contract active from 7th October 2024 to 5th December 2024. The procurement stage has progressed to the Award stage, and the contract, valued at £20,000 GBP, has been awarded to Faculty AI, an SME based in London. This project involves collaborating with seven Library Services across England to leverage AI technologies, particularly large language models, for enhancing data collection methodologies.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in AI technologies, data management, and consultancy services. The research project supports innovation in library services, aligning well with companies experienced in AI-driven solutions and automated systems. Technology firms, research institutions, and consultancies adept in advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence would find this contract particularly beneficial for showcasing and expanding their expertise in such cutting-edge technologies. The procurement method was not specified, indicating potential flexibility in the approaches utilised during the tender and award stages.

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Notice Title

GB-Manchester: Research into AI and automated data collection in Library Services

Notice Description

To work with 7 Library Services from across England (covering 150+ library buildings). Using the latest AI tech, for example large language models, to examine current data sets available and how new methods in AI can support automated data collection.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70584733-3e49-4cfb-b9c7-4baf015948ab
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
6 Oct 2024 - 5 Dec 2024 1-6 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
ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 1FN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FACULTY AI

Further Information

Notice Documents

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