---
title: "Commissioning of a Data Scientist to support the development of data discovery platform for libraries"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058308"
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buyer: "THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND"
published: "2025-08-07"
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# Commissioning of a Data Scientist to support the development of data discovery platform for libraries

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058308

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by The Arts Council of England, involved the commissioning of a Data Scientist to aid in the development of a data discovery platform for libraries. This initiative falls under the services industry category and was executed within the United Kingdom, focusing on content or data standardisation and classification services. Notably, the contract identified as "Commissioning a Data Scientist to support the development of the English Library Insights (ELI) Database and Discovery platform project" was completed, with Ayla Pollmann winning the award. The transaction was conducted through a direct procurement method, categorised as below threshold without competition. The contract was signed on 24th March 2025, lasted from 1st April to 30th June 2025, and was valued at £12,000, with a gross amount of £14,400.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in data services, particularly those offering expertise in data standardisation and classification. Companies that can effectively transform fragmented datasets into actionable insights would greatly benefit from similar projects, as the Arts Council is keen on sustainable library improvements. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in data processing and library service enhancements are well-positioned to compete for future opportunities of this nature. The contract fosters business growth by enabling collaborations with central government public authorities, thus expanding professional networks and elevating the profile of participating suppliers within the data services industry.

## Notice

Commissioning a Data Scientist to continue to support the development of the English Library Insights (ELI) Database and Discovery platform project to transform fragmented and varied datasets from Library Services across England into meaningful and actionable insights for libraries, policymakers, and stakeholders. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=971646780

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046757-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £12,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AYLA POLLMANN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72330000 - Content or data standardization and classification services

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2025 at 09:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046757-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046757-2025
  7th August 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=971646780
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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