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AI Upskilling

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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27 Jan 2025 at 11:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) in London has completed the procurement process for the "AI Upskilling" project, classified under IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This contract is part of the Department for Transport’s ongoing efforts to enhance training and upskilling in AI technologies. The procurement was carried out using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was made on 24th January 2025, with the contract period starting on 27th January 2025 and ending on 26th March 2027. The project is valued at £350,000, with the minimum value stated at £90,000. Delivery locations include the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the rest of the World, and the UK.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in IT consulting, software development, and support services. Smaller enterprises (SMEs) will find this contract particularly appealing, as the suitability criteria indicate a preference for SME engagement, though not for VCSEs. The successful bidder, PA Consulting Limited, illustrates the competitive landscape, emphasising the need for robust capabilities in delivering comprehensive AI training solutions. Businesses with strengths in innovative technological training and those seeking to expand their client base within public sector contracts would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

AI Upskilling

Notice Description

DfT Training & Upskilling

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aacfba44-c8e5-4c3e-8138-adbaff986317
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2025 - 26 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PA CONSULTING

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