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Artificial Intelligence DPS

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has issued a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for artificial intelligence services, titled "Artificial Intelligence DPS". This procurement process falls under the services category and is classified under the CPV code 72212000 for programming services of application software, with additional classifications including business analysis and software consultancy services, among others. It is a selective procurement method following a restricted procedure above the threshold, intended for delivery within the United Kingdom. The DPS is currently active and has recently been extended until 23 February 2029, with an overall contract value of £400 million. The DPS offers flexibility in participation and remains open for suppliers to join throughout its duration, with the end date of the tender period set as 21 February 2029.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in artificial intelligence, programming, and consultancy services. SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the DPS is particularly suitable for such organisations. By joining the DPS, businesses can gain access to a broad spectrum of public sector opportunities, from discovery and consultancy services to end-to-end AI partnerships. This setup is highly beneficial for businesses seeking to expand their footprint in the burgeoning AI market within the UK’s public sector, providing a streamlined route to tendering and partnership possibilities.

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Notice Title

Artificial Intelligence DPS

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service has set up a Dynamic Purchasing System for the supply of artificial intelligence services. Crown Commercial Service is inviting suppliers to request to participate in the Artificial Intelligence DPS. This DPS offers a simple route to purchase artificial intelligence services in the public sector, allowing customers to access a wide range of competition in an emerging market, including discovery and consultancy services, licencing, customisation and support for AI applications, and end-to-end partnerships. If you are successfully appointed to the DPS following your submission you will be invited by customers (buyers) to submit tenders for relevant services through a call for competition. This DPS remains open for any supplier to request to participate throughout the duration of the DPS. CCS reserves the right to reduce, extend or terminate the DPS period at any time during its lifetime in accordance with the terms set out in the DPS contract. Additional information: Please be advised that an extension has been utilised on this DPS and the end date is now 23 February 2029. The contract value has also been increased and it is now PS400m. Please note the Closing Date, Contract Start Date and Contract End Date have been manipulated to support compatibility system issues. Please refer to the contract notice for the correct dates, timelines etc.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted 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

72212000 - Programming services of application software

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

72243000 - Programming services

72246000 - Systems consultancy services

72262000 - Software development services

72263000 - Software implementation services

72266000 - Software consultancy services

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Feb 20293 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Feb 2029 - 23 Feb 2029 30 days
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
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
The Minister for the Cabinet Office acting through Crown Commercial Service
Contact Email
supplier@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3454102222

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

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