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Con_26190 - AI Catalyst Fund - AI Tools for Education - Kita Education LTD

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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27 Dec 2024 at 15:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has awarded a contract titled "Con_26190 - AI Catalyst Fund - AI Tools for Education" to Kita Education Ltd. This contract seeks innovation in generative AI aligned with the National Curriculum in England, with practical applications in teaching and learning. Classified under the category of Education and Training Services, this open procedure procurement process had its tender period end on 11th November 2024. The contract, valued at £75,559, spans from 25th November 2024 to 30th April 2025, covering regions such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom among others. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure above the threshold, indicating a publicly accessible competitive bidding process.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational technology, particularly those experienced in integrating AI solutions into educational frameworks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this contract particularly appealing due to its suitability criteria. The focus on generative AI tools aligns with current advancements in the EdTech industry, offering growth prospects for companies adept in AI development and educational services. Businesses with innovative solutions that enhance teaching and learning in line with the National Curriculum standards are well-positioned to benefit from such initiatives.

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Notice Title

Con_26190 - AI Catalyst Fund - AI Tools for Education - Kita Education LTD

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-b68c29ab-a119-4791-8fe7-446cacbdd34e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/996f86c8-9c7c-4908-8c89-bdf7f22567a5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,559 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,559 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
25 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
Dorcas Marshall
Contact Email
dorcas.marshall@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
44

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

KITA EDUCATION

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