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Project 18155 EWS DEVELOPMENT COMPETENCE ASSESSMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has concluded the procurement process for "Project 18155 EWS Development Competence Assessment," aimed at developing an Early Warning System (EWS) using Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning to assist HMICFRS in bi-annual PEEL assessments. The contract, awarded to Informed Solutions, falls under the software development services category (CPV code 72262000) and includes software implementation services (CPV code 72263000). The procurement utilised an open procedure below the threshold, with a contract value of £79,500. The contract started on 13 January 2025 and will end on 31 March 2025, covering multiple regions across the United Kingdom including London and the South East. Key dates include the tender period end on 15 November 2024 and the award date on 10 January 2025.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in software development and artificial intelligence solutions, particularly those with capabilities in EWS and Machine Learning applications. It is tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), reflecting the Home Office’s commitment to inclusive procurement. Companies with expertise in AI-driven software solutions can leverage this project to enhance their portfolio, gain recognition, and potentially secure further governmental contracts. The project scope offers a significant growth avenue for firms capable of delivering innovative, efficient, and highly effective software solutions to governmental bodies.

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Notice Title

Project 18155 EWS DEVELOPMENT COMPETENCE ASSESSMENT

Notice Description

Early Warning System (EWS) using Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning to assist HMICFRS bi-annual PEEL assessments (police effectiveness, efficiency and legitimacy)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-81456fb2-3e95-4f0b-803c-1e7933221fb1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05ad6932-9726-454f-8bc5-de4d8fcbabdf
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72262000 - Software development services

72263000 - Software implementation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£79,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£79,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
13 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INFORMED SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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