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title: "AI Upskilling"
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# AI Upskilling

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f9cf99e0-adab-4f9e-a4a1-1fe9630b5124

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## Summary

The Department for Transport (DfTc) in London has completed the procurement process for the "AI Upskilling" project, classified under IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This contract is part of the Department for Transport’s ongoing efforts to enhance training and upskilling in AI technologies. The procurement was carried out using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was made on 24th January 2025, with the contract period starting on 27th January 2025 and ending on 26th March 2027. The project is valued at £350,000, with the minimum value stated at £90,000. Delivery locations include the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the rest of the World, and the UK.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in IT consulting, software development, and support services. Smaller enterprises (SMEs) will find this contract particularly appealing, as the suitability criteria indicate a preference for SME engagement, though not for VCSEs. The successful bidder, PA Consulting Limited, illustrates the competitive landscape, emphasising the need for robust capabilities in delivering comprehensive AI training solutions. Businesses with strengths in innovative technological training and those seeking to expand their client base within public sector contracts would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders.

## Notice

DfT Training & Upskilling

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aacfba44-c8e5-4c3e-8138-adbaff986317 |
| 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 | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 27 Jan 2025 - 26 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £350,000 |
| 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 | DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| 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 | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PA CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2025 at 11:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aacfba44-c8e5-4c3e-8138-adbaff986317

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aacfba44-c8e5-4c3e-8138-adbaff986317
  27th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/362c2266-2ffb-456a-8e90-d45d64e0e0af
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