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title: "AI Strategy Support"
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published: "2026-02-16"
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# AI Strategy Support

Buyer: CABINET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-affd2a13-1d2a-4bc9-819f-f699298afa36

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## Summary

The Cabinet Office, located in London, awarded a contract titled "AI Strategy Support" under the category of IT services, including consulting. This procurement aimed at streamlining operations through a roadmap and delivery playbook for AI initiatives, with Bloom Procurement Services Ltd appointed as the supplier. The procurement process was conducted via a direct award method, and the contract period spanned from 19th January 2026 to 10th April 2026. Key dates included the award publication on 16th February 2026, with the tender stage marked as complete. The service delivery location is noted with the postal code NE1 2DS in Newcastle upon Tyne.

This contract presents substantial growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT consulting and software development. Businesses capable of contributing to the development and implementation of AI strategies will find this tender particularly appealing. The focus on developing a strategic AI roadmap further suggests collaboration potential for firms proficient in innovative technology solutions and process optimisations. As the project is spearheaded by the Cabinet Office, successful suppliers can enhance their reputation and expand their footprint within government contracts.

## Notice

Baringa Partners LLP have been appointed by Bloom Procurement Services Ltd. on behalf of the Cabinet Office to support with the streamlining of its external and internal operations. This scope of work aims to expedite the initial steps of creating a roadmap of AI initiatives across three workstreams and a delivery playbook for efficient delivery and roll out to IBCA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66abddf0-c60f-4990-b8b0-bb6fd052858b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Jan 2026 - 10 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £599,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £599,000 |
| 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 | CABINET OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2AS |
| 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 | BLOOM PROCUREMENT SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2026 at 19:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66abddf0-c60f-4990-b8b0-bb6fd052858b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66abddf0-c60f-4990-b8b0-bb6fd052858b
  16th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bfd2a865-2e26-4437-a1cc-3fc35f9d53ec

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