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Understanding Automated Content Classification Ecosystem

OFCOM

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26 Feb 2021 at 10:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "Understanding Automated Content Classification Ecosystem" was conducted by OFCOM, focusing on the services industry category. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, and the contract, valued at £83,120, has been awarded following the tender period which ended on 19th January 2021. The contract period commenced on 27th January 2021 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2021. This tender was situated in London, specifically at Riverside House, 2A Southwark Bridge Road, SE1 9HA.

This opportunity presents a significant chance for businesses specialising in automated content classification systems and related services. Companies, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), would be well-suited to compete given the emphasis on such organisations in the suitability criteria. Engaging with OFCOM in this sector could lead to further collaborations and development in the rapidly evolving field of content moderation.

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Notice Title

Understanding Automated Content Classification Ecosystem

Notice Description

Ofcom has a requirement for a report on the current ecosystem of the use of Automated Content Classification Systems. Due to the ever-increasing volumes of content requiring moderation it has become common practice to utilise automated content classification (ACC) systems to manage and subsequently assist with the moderation workflow on online platforms.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fcd914ac-6365-42a6-bf65-87056f5e2eea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d9043f9-64a0-457b-ab23-7ec9b40c8cd1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79990000 - Miscellaneous business-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£83,120 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£83,120 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QINETIQ

Further Information

Notice Documents

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