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title: "AI SWOT Research for DCMS Sectors"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT"
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# AI SWOT Research for DCMS Sectors

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d1e71e49-72e8-4630-ac21-d3606da670e8

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## Summary

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has concluded the award stage of its procurement process for the project titled "AI SWOT Research for DCMS Sectors." This initiative falls under the industry category of Research and development services. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, resulting in a contract awarded to Technopolis Limited. The contract, valued at £163,363, began on 29th September 2025 and will continue until 31st March 2026. DCMS, located in London with the postal code SW1A 2BQ, is the buying organisation for this project, which has significant relevance to businesses involved in consultancy and analytical sectors focusing on the influence of AI across media, culture, and sports.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs engaged in research and consultancy, particularly those specialising in AI impact analysis within government and policy sectors. With the contract being awarded to Technopolis Limited, an SME based in Brighton, companies of similar scale and expertise might find similar future tenders from DCMS or other departments promising for business expansion. The awarded contract aligns well with businesses looking to leverage their strengths in AI research to offer valuable insights in various governmental and strategic areas, thus enhancing their portfolio and contributing to technological and analytical advancements in the DCMS sectors.

## Notice

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide SWOT research into the impact of AI on DCMS sectors.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/740aca2e-321a-46dc-9c38-e1c16dad4a24 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £163,363 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £163,363 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BQ |
| 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 | TECHNOPOLIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2025 at 16:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/740aca2e-321a-46dc-9c38-e1c16dad4a24

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/740aca2e-321a-46dc-9c38-e1c16dad4a24
  12th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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