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title: "16498 - AI Learning Needs Analysis"
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# 16498 - AI Learning Needs Analysis

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fb3cab0b-1fe0-4a75-9525-fd23061cbd72

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "16498 - AI Learning Needs Analysis" was conducted by the Home Office, located at Marsham Street, London, England. This process falls under the industry category of Systems Consultancy Services, with additional focus on Research and Development services. The contract was awarded to North Highland, a supplier based in London, under a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract period running from 20th October 2025 to 19th June 2026. The revised total contract value is £511,000 exclusive of VAT.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in systems consultancy and AI learning analysis services. It is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs due to its recognition of these entities in the suitability assessment. Engaging in this process could enhance a business's portfolio in public sector contracts, particularly those aligned with government and public service sectors. Companies with expertise in technical consultancy and a capability to integrate AI solutions into organisational learning frameworks would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders.

## Notice

Please note this contract has already been awarded and is being published for audit & transparency purposes only. A contract uplift has been compliantly applied and approved under Regulation 72(1)(b) of the PCR regulations. A change of supplier at this stage would present significant economic and technical challenges. Including trying to onboard a supplier in a timely manner to avoid disruption to critical business operations. Description The contract is varied to uplift the original contract value of PS360,000 Exclusive of VAT The value of the variation uplift Exclusive of VAT is PS151,000 The revised total contract value Exclusive of VAT is PS511,000

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ca6904f-8363-4054-9c80-7eba9a04a49a |
| 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 | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Oct 2025 - 19 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £360,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £360,000 |
| 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 | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| 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 | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTH HIGHLAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 72246000 - Systems consultancy services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2026 at 12:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ca6904f-8363-4054-9c80-7eba9a04a49a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ca6904f-8363-4054-9c80-7eba9a04a49a
  10th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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