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Con_26195 - AI Catalyst Fund - AI Tools for Education - Learn Anything

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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23 Dec 2024 at 20:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has completed the procurement process, titled "Con_26195 - AI Catalyst Fund - AI Tools for Education - Learn Anything," within the education and training services category. This open procedure competition aimed to foster innovation by funding the development of AI tools that align with the National Curriculum in England and evidence-based teaching approaches. The tender, valued at £50,903 GBP, was active until 18 November 2024, with the contract period running from 27 November 2024 to 30 April 2025. The project will impact multiple regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational technology and AI innovations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate due to the suitability criteria specified. The awarded contract, given to Learn Anything, underscores the government's commitment to advancing educational technology solutions. Companies with experience or interest in developing AI-integrated educational tools that enhance learning outcomes would be well-positioned to compete in similar future procurements.

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Notice Title

Con_26195 - AI Catalyst Fund - AI Tools for Education - Learn Anything

Notice Description

Innovation funding delivered via a competition for innovators to develop tools which use generative AI aligned with the National Curriculum in England and evidence-based teaching and learning approaches.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-908d58c5-48b2-4118-a258-ef3013e3985b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7937b34-9903-4a4e-b2b0-3b7b48c4ddb2
Current Stage
Award
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,903 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£56,811 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
27 Nov 2024 - 30 Apr 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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

LEARN ANYTHING

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