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21 Jul 2026 at 15:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was conducted by the London Borough of Southwark, a public authority in the sub-central government sector located in London, UK. The tender was titled "AI Guard Rails" and falls under the industry category of software package and information systems. This procurement aimed at developing a proof of concept for AI Guard Rails to protect Southwark Data and Assets across AI tools. The tendering process has reached the contract award stage and was completed on 21st July 2026, with the contract period spanning from 31st July to 30th October 2026. The procurement method used was limited competition, which is below the threshold for extensive public tendering.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specializing in software development and AI systems. Insight (UK), identified as an SME, was awarded the contract, highlighting potential for small and medium enterprises to secure such contracts. Businesses with capabilities in AI technology and software package development would find themselves well-suited to compete in this sector, as organisations continue to seek innovative solutions to enhance their data security infrastructure. Engaging in such contracts can bolster a company's portfolio and open doors for future collaborations and tenders within the public sector.

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Notice Title

AI Guard Rails

Notice Description

Award of contract for a proof of concept for AI Guard Rails to protect Southwark Data and Assets across AI tools.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d037
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068860-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,116 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jul 2026 - 30 Oct 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2QH
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
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSIGHT (UK

Further Information

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