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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Specialist Level X 2

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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29 Dec 2025 at 13:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, facilitated by Defra Commercial, involved the awarding of a contract for "Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Specialist Level X 2". The industry category for this tender falls under "Education and training services" with CPV code 80000000. The services are to be delivered across multiple locations including the United Kingdom and several international regions such as the Channel Islands and the British Oversea Territories. The award stage was completed on 24th December 2025, following the direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below threshold. The contractual period for this project begins on 28th November 2025 and concludes on 28th November 2027. The tender was deemed suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, representing a significant opportunity for smaller enterprises.

This tender, awarded to Cambridge Spark Ltd for £34,000, creates numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in AI and data services, particularly those adept in education and training sectors. Companies that are small to medium-sized enterprises or voluntary, community and social enterprises can particularly benefit from engaging in such public sector contracts, aiding their growth by building a reputable portfolio within government-related projects. The specialised nature of the services required suggests that businesses with expertise in AI data services will have a competitive edge in securing similar opportunities in the future, enhancing their market presence and experience.

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Notice Title

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Specialist Level X 2

Notice Description

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Specialist Level X 2

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5827870e-f502-48b1-875c-33e3838442f7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4120b9e-8c36-43c2-9df2-81ad11b8536f
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
£34,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Dec 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 2025 - 28 Nov 2027 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
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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

CAMBRIDGE SPARK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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