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title: "GB-Manchester: Research into AI and automated data collection in Library Services"
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# GB-Manchester: Research into AI and automated data collection in Library Services

Buyer: ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-39b26b02-04a3-4fc1-b9ee-1c70fec504d2

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## Summary

The Arts Council England has awarded a contract titled "GB-Manchester: Research into AI and automated data collection in Library Services" under the industry category of Research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV 73000000). The contracting process was managed in Manchester, UK, with a tender period ending on 24th September 2024 and the contract active from 7th October 2024 to 5th December 2024. The procurement stage has progressed to the Award stage, and the contract, valued at £20,000 GBP, has been awarded to Faculty AI, an SME based in London. This project involves collaborating with seven Library Services across England to leverage AI technologies, particularly large language models, for enhancing data collection methodologies.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in AI technologies, data management, and consultancy services. The research project supports innovation in library services, aligning well with companies experienced in AI-driven solutions and automated systems. Technology firms, research institutions, and consultancies adept in advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence would find this contract particularly beneficial for showcasing and expanding their expertise in such cutting-edge technologies. The procurement method was not specified, indicating potential flexibility in the approaches utilised during the tender and award stages.

## Notice

To work with 7 Library Services from across England (covering 150+ library buildings). Using the latest AI tech, for example large language models, to examine current data sets available and how new methods in AI can support automated data collection.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70584733-3e49-4cfb-b9c7-4baf015948ab |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 6 Oct 2024 - 5 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FACULTY AI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2024 at 14:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70584733-3e49-4cfb-b9c7-4baf015948ab

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70584733-3e49-4cfb-b9c7-4baf015948ab
  25th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=898585276
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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