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16498 - AI Learning Needs Analysis

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10 Apr 2026 at 12:04

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "16498 - AI Learning Needs Analysis" was conducted by the Home Office, located at Marsham Street, London, England. This process falls under the industry category of Systems Consultancy Services, with additional focus on Research and Development services. The contract was awarded to North Highland, a supplier based in London, under a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract period running from 20th October 2025 to 19th June 2026. The revised total contract value is £511,000 exclusive of VAT.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in systems consultancy and AI learning analysis services. It is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs due to its recognition of these entities in the suitability assessment. Engaging in this process could enhance a business's portfolio in public sector contracts, particularly those aligned with government and public service sectors. Companies with expertise in technical consultancy and a capability to integrate AI solutions into organisational learning frameworks would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

16498 - AI Learning Needs Analysis

Notice Description

Please note this contract has already been awarded and is being published for audit & transparency purposes only. A contract uplift has been compliantly applied and approved under Regulation 72(1)(b) of the PCR regulations. A change of supplier at this stage would present significant economic and technical challenges. Including trying to onboard a supplier in a timely manner to avoid disruption to critical business operations. Description The contract is varied to uplift the original contract value of PS360,000 Exclusive of VAT The value of the variation uplift Exclusive of VAT is PS151,000 The revised total contract value Exclusive of VAT is PS511,000

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fb3cab0b-1fe0-4a75-9525-fd23061cbd72
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ca6904f-8363-4054-9c80-7eba9a04a49a
Current Stage
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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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

72246000 - Systems consultancy services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20255 months ago
Contract Period
19 Oct 2025 - 19 Jun 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTH HIGHLAND

Further Information

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