Leading AI and Digital Transformation

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS

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Award

18 Jun 2026 at 08:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), a central government public authority based in London, recently concluded a procurement process titled "Leading AI and Digital Transformation". This contract falls under the services category, specifically focusing on staff training related to AI and digital transformation within various UK regions. The procurement stage is complete, with the award being granted to the large-scale supplier Institut Europ Administ Affair from France on 18th June 2026. The contract, procured through a direct method without competition due to being below threshold, is set to commence on 19th June 2026 and conclude on 1st December 2026.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in AI, digital transformation, and related staff training services. Companies with experience in scaling AI tools, supporting digital-ready businesses, and fostering innovation would find particular interest. Smaller firms might consider forming consortia to meet similar future demands or compete in related markets. This contract exemplifies the potential for growth in the digital transformation sector, encouraging a forward-thinking approach and the development of strategic capabilities in AI technologies.

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Notice Title

Leading AI and Digital Transformation

Notice Description

Leading AI and Digital Transformation. AI and digital transformation is a journey, not a destination. Through a series of video cases, cutting-edge technologies and hands-on learning, this digital transformation course aims to help you take your business to the next level by providing you the three critical lenses for digital transformation: * Acquire a concrete view of key strategic drivers of AI and digital transformation in your industry andhow to scale these tools (Gen AI, predictive AI, data, etc.) * Analyse the organisational and team capabilities needed to support a digital-ready business * Learn about innovation capabilities to generate more insights and transform these insights into new businesses * Develop personal, actionable plans to address the strategic, organisational and innovation-based opportunities you face Processed by SSCL

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b7a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057398-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,055 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 Jun 2026 - 1 Dec 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
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSTITUT EUROP ADMINIST AFFAIR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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