Planning

CA16657 - AVT AI TRIAL ONLY

WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

27 Oct 2025 at 11:24

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "CA16657 - AVT AI TRIAL ONLY," is currently in the planning stage and is being managed by the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, located in Bury St Edmunds, England. This project is categorised under the health services industry, with additional links to electronic intelligence systems. An early engagement notice has been published, signalling an opportunity for prospective suppliers. The process involves a trial of ambient voice technology with generative artificial intelligence. The engagement end date is set for 27th January 2026, offering businesses time to prepare for this undertaking.

This procurement process represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, artificial intelligence, or electronic systems. Companies with expertise in developing or deploying voice technology or AI solutions could find substantial growth potential in collaborating with the NHS on this trial. The initiative provides avenues for businesses across the UK and globally to engage, enabling SMEs and larger firms alike to enhance their market presence and demonstrate innovative capabilities. The chosen procurement method suggests an open and competitive process, encouraging a wide array of suppliers to contribute innovative solutions in a robustly supported healthcare setting.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA16657 - AVT AI TRIAL ONLY

Notice Description

WSFT ambient voice technology generative artificial intelligence trial To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16657. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16657 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48916413-e8e4-44f9-8254-203ff48fa4e8
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

35721000 - Electronic intelligence system

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Jan 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Debbie Stevenson
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
BURY ST EDMUNDS
Postcode
IP33 2QZ
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH64 West Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
West Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Southgate
Westminster Constituency
Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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