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03 Aug 2026 at 08:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the Civil Aviation Authority, centred around the development of an AIML forecasting model, crucial for optimising workforce planning and service delivery. Located in Crawley, United Kingdom, the Authority sought to enhance operational resilience and cost efficiency through this contract. The procurement, classified under services within the mathematical or forecasting software development sector, was awarded on 3rd August 2026 following a limited competition method below the threshold. The contract commenced on 29th June 2026 and is expected to conclude by 28th December 2026, with potential extensions due to timeline delays. The completion of this process marks the transition from the tender to the award stage.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data-driven solutions, especially those developing scalable software models. Companies like CLEARPEPPER UK LIMITED, the awarded supplier, have demonstrated the potential for business growth through successful contracting with central government authorities. Businesses with capabilities in robust data integration and AIML model development are well-suited to engage in similar contracts, offering significant prospects for expanding their reach and enhancing their portfolio within the public sector. Such partnerships not only promote technological advancement but also support the strategic needs of public agencies while fostering competitive industry innovation.

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Notice Title

AIML Forecasting

Notice Description

This procurement seeks an external specialist to develop a robust, scalable, data-driven AIML forecasting model for MOR demand to support better workforce planning, operational resilience, cost efficiency, and service delivery.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d98d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072997-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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

72212462 - Mathematical or forecasting software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 28 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CRAWLEY
Postcode
RH6 0YR
Post Town
Redhill
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ28 West Sussex (North East)
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Crawley
Electoral Ward
Langley Green & Tushmore
Westminster Constituency
Crawley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLEARPEPPER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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