Planning

DfT Recruitment Ai Sifting Tool

DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Planning

03 Jun 2025 at 12:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport, located in London, is currently in the planning stage of the procurement process for an artificial intelligence recruitment sifting tool. This initiative falls within the software package and information systems industry category. Aimed at enhancing the recruitment process, the department intends to explore market offerings that align with public sector guidelines. Interested parties can contact Ollie Hughes at the department to access the Expression of Interest documentation before the due date of 27th June 2025. The preliminary market engagement is set to provide insights into this tender process, with future notices expected by 1st August 2025, preparing for contract commencement on 1st October 2025.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the AI and software development sectors, particularly those specialising in tools that streamline and refine recruitment procedures. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in delivering sophisticated and compliant AI solutions stand to benefit greatly from this tender. The Department for Transport is looking for an innovative partner to deliver a solution that not only meets functional requirements but also adheres to stringent governance standards. The projected contract, valued at £150,000, with a possibility of renewal, offers businesses the chance to contribute to a high-impact public sector project and establish a strong presence in the government technology market.

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Notice Title

DfT Recruitment Ai Sifting Tool

Notice Description

The Department wishes to better understand what is available in the market for AI job application sifting tools, particularly with respect to their capability, cost, accuracy, consistency and ability to meet public sector governance and assurance requirements. The Department would also like to better understand the interest among suppliers for working with the Department to provide a tool which would meet requirements developed in light of this EOI and other research.

Planning Information

For access to the EoI documentation please contact Ollie.Hughes@dft.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052b86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029511-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Ollie.Hughes@dft.gov.uk
Contact Email
dftc.procurement@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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