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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Specialist ST0763 X 5

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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21 Oct 2024 at 11:37

Summary of the contracting process

Defra Commercial has completed a procurement process for the provision of five Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Specialists (ST0763) under the "Education and training services" category. The direct procurement method used was a single tender action below the threshold. The contract was awarded to Cambridge Spark Ltd. The procurement was aimed at services globally, including the United Kingdom and various international locations. The tender period concluded on 1st September 2024, while the contract period commenced on 1st October 2024 and will run until 1st October 2026. The total contract value amounts to GBP 85,000, and the procurement status has now been marked as complete.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in AI and data analytics, particularly those offering educational and training services. Companies, especially SMEs and VCSEs, can leverage this contract to strengthen their foothold in the rapidly evolving AI sector. The scope of the contract, with its specified roles and global reach, aligns well with businesses capable of providing specialised AI talent and training, giving them a substantial ground to showcase and expand their service portfolio. This creates a promising avenue for businesses aiming to support significant governmental projects and broaden their market presence.

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Notice Title

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Specialist ST0763 X 5

Notice Description

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Specialist ST0763 X 5

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4fcf361d-0e70-49bf-87a0-2f8d5a74d615
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d216af0a-fca6-4112-9555-842969210d41
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 1 Oct 2026 2-3 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
DEFRA COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
network procurement
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03459335577

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

CAMBRIDGE SPARK

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