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Future AI Use Cases Consultancy Work

OFCOM

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12 Feb 2026 at 11:02

Summary of the contracting process

Ofcom, operating as a public authority in sub-central government, has awarded a contract for consultancy services focusing on future AI use cases, specifically Agentic AI. Based in London, Ofcom is guiding this procurement process which was initiated as tender and has reached the award stage. The contract, identified by ID C20252519, was enacted through a direct procurement method, categorised as below threshold without competition. Primarily covering research consultancy services, the contract commenced on 1st December 2025 and concluded on 12th December 2025, with a total gross value of £70,000. The award was made to The Public Service Consultants Limited, a SME located in London.

This tender presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in AI consultancy and research services, particularly those exploring advanced technological applications. Companies with expertise in AI and innovative research solutions are well-positioned to compete in similar opportunities. Given the project's focus on emerging AI technologies, firms capable of delivering cutting-edge insights stand to benefit from engaging with Ofcom for future procurements. The Public Service Consultants Limited, having secured the contract, demonstrates the potential for SMEs to successfully partner with government bodies, hinting at opportunities for other agile and innovative consultancies to pursue similar engagements.

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Notice Title

Future AI Use Cases Consultancy Work

Notice Description

Ofcom previously tendered for reserch/consultancy into AI use cases. Since then, technological advancements have been rapid, and Ofcom required follow on research into Agentic AI use cases specifically.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064eb8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012759-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£58,333 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 12 Dec 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementnotice@ofcom.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE PUBLIC SERVICE CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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