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AI SWOT Research for DCMS Sectors

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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12 Dec 2025 at 16:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has concluded the award stage of its procurement process for the project titled "AI SWOT Research for DCMS Sectors." This initiative falls under the industry category of Research and development services. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, resulting in a contract awarded to Technopolis Limited. The contract, valued at £163,363, began on 29th September 2025 and will continue until 31st March 2026. DCMS, located in London with the postal code SW1A 2BQ, is the buying organisation for this project, which has significant relevance to businesses involved in consultancy and analytical sectors focusing on the influence of AI across media, culture, and sports.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs engaged in research and consultancy, particularly those specialising in AI impact analysis within government and policy sectors. With the contract being awarded to Technopolis Limited, an SME based in Brighton, companies of similar scale and expertise might find similar future tenders from DCMS or other departments promising for business expansion. The awarded contract aligns well with businesses looking to leverage their strengths in AI research to offer valuable insights in various governmental and strategic areas, thus enhancing their portfolio and contributing to technological and analytical advancements in the DCMS sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AI SWOT Research for DCMS Sectors

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide SWOT research into the impact of AI on DCMS sectors.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d1e71e49-72e8-4630-ac21-d3606da670e8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/740aca2e-321a-46dc-9c38-e1c16dad4a24
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£163,363 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£163,363 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20256 months ago
Contract Period
28 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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

TECHNOPOLIS

Further Information

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