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title: "AI Code Lab - Legacy Modernisation"
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# AI Code Lab - Legacy Modernisation

Buyer: DSIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3c7525a4-cba9-42c8-bfe1-4722d3fc4e76

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## Summary

The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) has completed the procurement process for the "AI Code Lab - Legacy Modernisation" project, aimed at accelerating the remediation of the public sector's legacy estate using AI tooling. This contract, classified under software-related services, was awarded to Kainos Software Ltd, a large-scale supplier. The contract is worth £249,480 GBP and spans from 25th February 2026 to 25th December 2026. The procurement followed a selective method, with the award date set on 25th February 2026, indicating the completion of the award stage. This project covers multiple regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world.

This procurement opens up opportunities for businesses in the software development and IT consultancy sectors, particularly those specialising in AI and technology modernisation. Companies adept at AI-driven solutions and software services can find growth potential by engaging in similar projects with DSIT or within the framework agreements used in this procurement process. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are viewed favourably in this context, providing a competitive edge for those able to meet the technical requirements set out by the contracting authority in these types of selective procurement methods. The project demonstrates a commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology, offering a chance for businesses to showcase innovative capabilities in government contracts.

## Notice

For the supply of a delivery partner to test how AI tooling can help accelerate the public sector's remediation of its legacy estate, for example by using AI as a code explainer.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84e9b31e-e5a7-423d-9add-ff58955e4138 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2026 - 25 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £249,480 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £249,480 |
| 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 | DSIT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KAINOS SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72260000 - Software-related services

## Release History

- 11 Mar 2026 at 13:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84e9b31e-e5a7-423d-9add-ff58955e4138

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84e9b31e-e5a7-423d-9add-ff58955e4138
  11th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5a6d985a-fb70-4978-ba97-0254d08aa9e3
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