--- title: "Artificial Intelligence DPS" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-68e4ffe5-3fb7-44ef-a391-a7ef1cf75408" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-68e4ffe5-3fb7-44ef-a391-a7ef1cf75408" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-68e4ffe5-3fb7-44ef-a391-a7ef1cf75408.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-68e4ffe5-3fb7-44ef-a391-a7ef1cf75408.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE" published: "2025-11-21" --- # Artificial Intelligence DPS Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-68e4ffe5-3fb7-44ef-a391-a7ef1cf75408 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-68e4ffe5-3fb7-44ef-a391-a7ef1cf75408) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-68e4ffe5-3fb7-44ef-a391-a7ef1cf75408.json) ## Summary The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has issued a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for artificial intelligence services, titled "Artificial Intelligence DPS". This procurement process falls under the services category and is classified under the CPV code 72212000 for programming services of application software, with additional classifications including business analysis and software consultancy services, among others. It is a selective procurement method following a restricted procedure above the threshold, intended for delivery within the United Kingdom. The DPS is currently active and has recently been extended until 23 February 2029, with an overall contract value of £400 million. The DPS offers flexibility in participation and remains open for suppliers to join throughout its duration, with the end date of the tender period set as 21 February 2029. This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in artificial intelligence, programming, and consultancy services. SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the DPS is particularly suitable for such organisations. By joining the DPS, businesses can gain access to a broad spectrum of public sector opportunities, from discovery and consultancy services to end-to-end AI partnerships. This setup is highly beneficial for businesses seeking to expand their footprint in the burgeoning AI market within the UK’s public sector, providing a streamlined route to tendering and partnership possibilities. ## Notice Crown Commercial Service has set up a Dynamic Purchasing System for the supply of artificial intelligence services. Crown Commercial Service is inviting suppliers to request to participate in the Artificial Intelligence DPS. This DPS offers a simple route to purchase artificial intelligence services in the public sector, allowing customers to access a wide range of competition in an emerging market, including discovery and consultancy services, licencing, customisation and support for AI applications, and end-to-end partnerships. If you are successfully appointed to the DPS following your submission you will be invited by customers (buyers) to submit tenders for relevant services through a call for competition. This DPS remains open for any supplier to request to participate throughout the duration of the DPS. CCS reserves the right to reduce, extend or terminate the DPS period at any time during its lifetime in accordance with the terms set out in the DPS contract. Additional information: Please be advised that an extension has been utilised on this DPS and the end date is now 23 February 2029. The contract value has also been increased and it is now PS400m. Please note the Closing Date, Contract Start Date and Contract End Date have been manipulated to support compatibility system issues. Please refer to the contract notice for the correct dates, timelines etc. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Nov 2025 | | Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2029 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 22 Feb 2029 - 23 Feb 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £400,000,000 | | 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE | | Locality | LIVERPOOL | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L3 9PP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool | | Local authority | Liverpool | | Electoral ward | City Centre North | | Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72212000 - Programming services of application software - 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services - 72243000 - Programming services - 72246000 - Systems consultancy services - 72262000 - Software development services - 72263000 - Software implementation services - 72266000 - Software consultancy services - 72300000 - Data services ## Release History - 21 Nov 2025 at 13:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df - 16 Jan 2025 at 15:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df - 16 Jan 2025 at 11:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df - 15 Jan 2025 at 18:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df - 17 Jul 2024 at 13:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df - 9 Jan 2024 at 17:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df - 21 Nov 2023 at 09:09 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df - 21 Nov 2023 at 08:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e1c7334-3f3a-4a34-8328-0d57db69c7df 21st November 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034346-2023 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/948e365d-abe7-44f7-975d-b1f5f7c1fef3 RM6200 - Bid Pack - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b2fc7f15-85d4-4d3a-b0d8-0d4e918cfda4 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/175ed170-d353-43eb-b9ec-cc7a14bf756d - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f8962e83-14fe-4edf-9849-d7a679828e0d - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1563ed64-a84d-4efb-8ef4-76fba5ebe163 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/590fbce9-877d-4fb5-b006-a966465654db - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/58e9ad6d-76d8-4629-a1ec-8f15e5625338 - https://supplierregistration.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/dps/RM6200?nav=2 COTA_LINK ## Notice URLs - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/CCS ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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