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Procurement of AI Telephony and Chatbot

NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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30 Apr 2025 at 15:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by North Hertfordshire District Council focused on acquiring AI telephony and chatbot services, marking a significant step in modernising their telecommunications. The procurement falls under the telecommunications services industry category, with the scope of the project primarily based in the East of England. The process utilised a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the award announcement on 11 April 2025 and the contract, valued at £55,176, covering the period from 31 March 2025 to 31 March 2027. The procurement has concluded, with E.B.I Solutions Ltd being appointed as the supplier.

This tender presents robust opportunities for businesses involved in telecommunications and AI-driven solutions, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as it highlights a shift towards innovative technology integration. Companies with expertise in automated telephony and chatbot services would be well-equipped to compete effectively in similar future contracts. By participating in such tenders, businesses can gain exposure to public sector requirements and expand their service offerings, potentially leading to further opportunities within similar frameworks.

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Notice Title

Procurement of AI Telephony and Chatbot

Notice Description

Replacement of current automated telephony services, using a framework agreement to procure AI telephony services provided by EBI.AI.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f53d8d09-dd87-4462-895e-592d0aa81113
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d65f0012-39f4-4516-ba33-7f581e5813b2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64200000 - Telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,176 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£55,176 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LETCHWORTH
Postcode
SG6 3JF
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Letchworth South West
Westminster Constituency
North East Hertfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

E.B.I SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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