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AI Strategic Framework

HEALTH RESEARCH AUTHORITY

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18 May 2026 at 14:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The Health Research Authority (HRA) has concluded a procurement process titled "AI Strategic Framework," focusing on research and development services. The procurement was conducted under a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) particularly for Artificial Intelligence, with the procurement stage being the Award phase as of 16th April 2026. Located in Stratford, United Kingdom, the contract is valued at £95,000, covering a period from 24th April 2026 to 23rd April 2027. The procurement method adopted was selective, employing a call-off from a DPS. This award was finalised after the tendering period ended on 11th March 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in AI and research consultancy services, particularly those classified as SMEs (small and medium enterprises). Given the selective nature of the procurement and the specific focus on strategic AI frameworks, companies with expertise in consultancy and development within the technology sector stand to benefit. The successful supplier, THEVISIONARYS LTD, exemplifies the type of innovative, technology-focused enterprise likely to succeed in such competitive processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AI Strategic Framework

Notice Description

Supplier to Develop AI Strategic Framework for the HRA Additional information: Awarded via Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) - RM6200 Artificial Intelligence

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33aa5eac-630c-4788-be5c-bd826df89fa3
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£95,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Apr 2026 - 23 Apr 2027 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
HEALTH RESEARCH AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STRATFORD
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THEVISIONARYS

Further Information

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