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AI Toolbox Enablers Development

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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25 Feb 2022 at 15:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is managed by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL), which is based in Salisbury, England. The tender titled "AI Toolbox Enablers Development" falls under the industry category of research and development services, with a value of approximately £94,392.61. The tender was awarded on 27th January 2022, and the contract period runs from this date until 31st March 2022. This process was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period ended on 17th January 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in AI development, machine learning, and software engineering. Particularly, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in creating AI models and machine learning pipelines would be well-suited to engage in similar future tenders. The focus on achieving a minimum viable product (MVP) offers businesses the chance to showcase innovative solutions and compete for further phases in upcoming projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AI Toolbox Enablers Development

Notice Description

This requirement is for a development team to support the development of the Machine Learning Pipeline for the development, training and deployment of AI models ready for a trial in late 2022. The aim is to achieve a minimum viable product (MVP) through completing the main high priority tasks in phase 1, due to end at the end of March. Any tasks not finished by the end of the contract will remain on the backlog for the potential phase 2 and future sprints.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8165659-6bed-4e0f-8500-93b776643445
Current Stage
Award
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
Large

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
£94,392 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£94,392 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20224 years ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
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
DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP4 0JQ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY

Further Information

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