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AutoTARA Development Consultancy

COVENTRY UNIVERSITY

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29 Apr 2026 at 22:29

Summary of the contracting process

Coventry University has concluded a direct procurement process to develop an AI-driven Proof of Concept for AutoTARA, part of its InnovateUK-funded cybersecurity spin-out project. The contracting authority, Coventry University, is based in Coventry, United Kingdom and operates within the public authority sub-central government category. The contract, titled "AutoTARA Development Consultancy," was awarded to Ultimate Dimension Ltd, a London-based supplier specialising in AI integration into ISO 21434 TARA workflows. This procurement focused on research and development consultancy services and covered the development phase from 13th February to 7th May 2026 under a milestone-based approach. The contract was signed on 12th February 2026, and the overall value of the contract is GBP 27,000.

This consultancy contract fosters business growth opportunities for firms excelling in AI, cybersecurity, and regulated SaaS development. Large tech companies with capabilities in developing explainable AI systems and integrating them within cybersecurity frameworks would benefit most from such tenders. The focus is on developing specialised technology consultancy services, particularly in AI and cybersecurity, making this an attractive prospect for businesses aiming to enter the rapidly evolving cybersecurity industry. Engaging in projects like these offers a gateway to participating in cutting-edge technological advancements and collaborating on high-impact academic spin-outs.

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Notice Title

AutoTARA Development Consultancy

Notice Description

Development of an AI-driven Proof of Concept (PoC) for AutoTARA, Coventry University's InnovateUK-funded cybersecurity spin-out project. The supplier (UltDimension, London) will deliver milestone-based PoC development, focusing on explainable AI integration into ISO 21434 TARA workflows. This is specialist technology consultancy requiring expertise in LLMs, cybersecurity, and regulated SaaS development.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068ea5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039560-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20263 months ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 2026 - 7 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 5FB
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ULTIMATE DIMENSION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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