--- title: "A-1008 - AI Tools for Education" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5d8ac67a-a334-4b2e-bb4f-3efff9e38a9e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5d8ac67a-a334-4b2e-bb4f-3efff9e38a9e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5d8ac67a-a334-4b2e-bb4f-3efff9e38a9e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5d8ac67a-a334-4b2e-bb4f-3efff9e38a9e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION" published: "2024-10-03" --- # A-1008 - AI Tools for Education Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5d8ac67a-a334-4b2e-bb4f-3efff9e38a9e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5d8ac67a-a334-4b2e-bb4f-3efff9e38a9e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5d8ac67a-a334-4b2e-bb4f-3efff9e38a9e.json) ## Summary The Department for Education is initiating an open tender process under the title "A-1008 - AI Tools for Education," focusing on the development of generative AI tools to assist teachers in formative assessment. This procurement falls under the industry category of educational software development services (CPV: 72212190) and is open to suppliers from various locations, including the UK and international regions. The tender period opened on 9th September 2024 and closes at 11:00 am on 9th October 2024, with a total allocated budget of up to £994,000 inclusive of VAT. Contracts will have values ranging from £50,000 to £200,000, inclusive of VAT, and are set to commence on 11th November 2024, ending by 31st March 2025. Applicable standards include the National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS), aiming to ensure high-quality education through evidence-based teaching approaches. This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in AI and educational technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are highly encouraged to participate. The successful applicants will gain access to a quality-assured library of educational content and optimised code suitable for large language models, which can further enhance their portfolios and drive innovation in education. This is an excellent opportunity for businesses that deliver cutting-edge AI solutions, have expertise in educational standards, and are looking to expand their market presence within the education sector. ## Notice Competition information: The aim of this competition is to develop tools which use generative AI to support teachers with assessing progress and providing feedback, known as formative assessment. These tools must support high quality education through evidence based teaching and learning approaches. These must align with relevant standards such as the National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stages (EYFS). Successful applicants will have access to a quality assured library of educational content and code optimised for use with large language models. A total of up to PS994,000, inclusive of VAT, is allocated to this competition. Contracts will be between PS50,000 and PS200,000, inclusive of VAT, for each project for up to 5 months. The competition will open for applications on the 9th September 2024 and then closes at 11:00am on 9th October 2024. These dates may be subject to change. You can find more information and how to apply for the competition on the Contracts for Innovation website. Additional information: Clarification questions and answers for the AI Tools for Education opportunity A-1008 can be found in the clarification document. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 11 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION | | Locality | COVENTRY | | Post town | Coventry | | Postcode | CV1 2WT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry | | Local authority | Coventry | | Electoral ward | St Michael's | | Westminster constituency | Coventry South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72212190 - Educational software development services ## Release History - 3 Oct 2024 at 15:51 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 - 26 Sep 2024 at 15:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 - 26 Sep 2024 at 15:31 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 - 19 Sep 2024 at 14:20 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 - 19 Sep 2024 at 14:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 - 19 Sep 2024 at 14:08 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 - 19 Sep 2024 at 14:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 - 19 Sep 2024 at 13:55 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 - 19 Sep 2024 at 13:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 - 13 Sep 2024 at 10:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9f713d4-6e75-4daf-9d0c-654223924719 3rd October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bd10c1a7-683b-4871-a34d-b56f7186673b Updated clarification Qs - https://apply-for-innovation-funding.service.gov.uk/competition/2024/overview/736647cd-6147-4a68-884e-69280ba649fa#summary You can find more information and how to apply for the competition on the Contracts for Innovation website. see link. - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bec15eb3-0c30-49c3-b83c-1f701aa8becb These clarification questions will be updated regularly on Contracts Finder up to 2nd October - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d2b251ab-8a18-406c-9d46-3f4053a855be These clarification questions will be updated regularly on Contracts Finder up to 2nd October - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8359a109-d063-41d6-a16b-e1aac5f488e3 These clarification question will be updated regularly on Contracts Finder up to 2nd October - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8fde809e-9e13-4a1f-99e0-dfb9679e0541 These clarification questions will be updated regularly on Contracts Finder up to 2nd October - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c789e0a6-0140-4218-817f-beab9fad5a99 These clarification questions will be updated regularly on Contracts Finder up to 2nd October - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b998ccc8-a835-48b8-8b35-0f7f8e82f7e5 These clarification questions will be updated regularly on Contracts Finder up to 2nd October. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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