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Commissioning of a Data Scientist to support the development of data discovery platform for libraries

THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND

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07 Aug 2025 at 09:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by The Arts Council of England, involved the commissioning of a Data Scientist to aid in the development of a data discovery platform for libraries. This initiative falls under the services industry category and was executed within the United Kingdom, focusing on content or data standardisation and classification services. Notably, the contract identified as "Commissioning a Data Scientist to support the development of the English Library Insights (ELI) Database and Discovery platform project" was completed, with Ayla Pollmann winning the award. The transaction was conducted through a direct procurement method, categorised as below threshold without competition. The contract was signed on 24th March 2025, lasted from 1st April to 30th June 2025, and was valued at £12,000, with a gross amount of £14,400.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in data services, particularly those offering expertise in data standardisation and classification. Companies that can effectively transform fragmented datasets into actionable insights would greatly benefit from similar projects, as the Arts Council is keen on sustainable library improvements. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in data processing and library service enhancements are well-positioned to compete for future opportunities of this nature. The contract fosters business growth by enabling collaborations with central government public authorities, thus expanding professional networks and elevating the profile of participating suppliers within the data services industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Commissioning of a Data Scientist to support the development of data discovery platform for libraries

Notice Description

Commissioning a Data Scientist to continue to support the development of the English Library Insights (ELI) Database and Discovery platform project to transform fragmented and varied datasets from Library Services across England into meaningful and actionable insights for libraries, policymakers, and stakeholders. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=971646780

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058308
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046757-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72330000 - Content or data standardization and classification services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Libraries Team
Contact Email
procurement.services@artscouncil.org.uk
Contact Phone
0161 934 4317

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 1FN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AYLA POLLMANN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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