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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 (DfE) in England has initiated an open procurement for the development of AI tools to support formative assessment in education, under the project titled "A-1008 - AI Tools for Education." Classified under "Educational software development services" (CPV: 72212190), this tender focuses on creating AI tools that align with the National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS). The competition opens on 9th September 2024 and closes at 11:00 am on 9th October 2024, with contracts ranging between £50,000 and £200,000 inclusive of VAT, with a total allocation of up to £994,000. The contract period is set from 11th November 2024 to 31st March 2025, and applications are accepted from SMEs and VCSEs from various locations, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in educational technology and AI development. Companies that can create innovative AI-based educational tools, especially those proficient with large language models and evidence-based teaching methodologies, will find this procurement particularly suitable. The project offers access to a quality-assured library of educational content and coding resources optimised for AI use. It is an excellent growth opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs aiming to enhance their portfolio with high value, impactful educational solutions.

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Notice Information

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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cd787c48-f077-4f4a-9752-1067ea39b7bd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74c2ba98-0270-47ec-81e3-e35512c912fe
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
11 Sep 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

Buyer & Supplier

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
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

Notice URLs

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