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A-1008 - AI Tools for Education

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is initiating an open tender process under the title "A-1008 - AI Tools for Education," focusing on the development of generative AI tools to assist teachers in formative assessment. This procurement falls under the industry category of educational software development services (CPV: 72212190) and is open to suppliers from various locations, including the UK and international regions. The tender period opened on 9th September 2024 and closes at 11:00 am on 9th October 2024, with a total allocated budget of up to £994,000 inclusive of VAT. Contracts will have values ranging from £50,000 to £200,000, inclusive of VAT, and are set to commence on 11th November 2024, ending by 31st March 2025. Applicable standards include the National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS), aiming to ensure high-quality education through evidence-based teaching approaches.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in AI and educational technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are highly encouraged to participate. The successful applicants will gain access to a quality-assured library of educational content and optimised code suitable for large language models, which can further enhance their portfolios and drive innovation in education. This is an excellent opportunity for businesses that deliver cutting-edge AI solutions, have expertise in educational standards, and are looking to expand their market presence within the education sector.

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Notice Title

A-1008 - AI Tools for Education

Notice Description

Competition information: The aim of this competition is to develop tools which use generative AI to support teachers with assessing progress and providing feedback, known as formative assessment. These tools must support high quality education through evidence based teaching and learning approaches. These must align with relevant standards such as the National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS). Successful applicants will have access to a quality assured library of educational content and code optimised for use with large language models. A total of up to PS994,000, inclusive of VAT, is allocated to this competition. Contracts will be between PS50,000 and PS200,000, inclusive of VAT, for each project for up to 5 months. The competition will open for applications on the 9th September 2024 and then closes at 11:00am on 9th October 2024. These dates may be subject to change. You can find more information and how to apply for the competition on the Contracts for Innovation website. Additional information: Clarification questions and answers for the AI Tools for Education opportunity A-1008 can be found in the clarification document.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5d8ac67a-a334-4b2e-bb4f-3efff9e38a9e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72212190 - Educational software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
DfE Commercial
Contact Email
commercial.rg@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 2WT
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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