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title: "AI Masterclass and Lab Development for Kent Business School Transformation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058396"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT"
published: "2025-08-07"
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# AI Masterclass and Lab Development for Kent Business School Transformation

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058396

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## Summary

The procurement process by The University Of Kent for the 'AI Masterclass and Lab Development for Kent Business School Transformation' involves a contract that aims to enhance the school's capabilities in delivering future-focused educational offerings. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting software packages and IT services. This direct procurement was conducted below the threshold and without competition, and has reached the award stage with a contract value of £49,500 (gross £59,400), awarded to Behavioural Economy Ltd. The delivery is scheduled to be completed by 30th September 2025, with activities centred in the United Kingdom, primarily in the region UKJ4. The University Of Kent, based in Canterbury, is acting as the buying organisation, demonstrating its commitment to strengthening its academic offerings through innovative solutions.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs operating in the software development and IT consulting sectors. Such businesses can leverage this opportunity to showcase their expertise in technological advancements and educational innovation. By participating in similar future tenders, businesses can expand their portfolio and build credibility in the educational sector, positioning themselves for potential growth through collaborations with academic institutions. This specific project not only highlights the demand for cutting-edge educational tools but also the growing need for industry collaboration in transforming education, thereby providing an avenue for businesses to contribute substantial value and gain market foothold in higher education enhancement projects.

## Notice

The AI Accelerator will build out the School's ability to deliver on the Future Focused and Career Ready elements of KBS' DNA and provide opportunities to position KBS more effectively in the market.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047013-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award 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 | 6 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 Aug 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF KENT |
| Locality | CANTERBURY |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT2 7NZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Blean Forest |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BEHAVIOURAL ECONOMY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2025 at 14:41 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047013-2025
- 7 Aug 2025 at 14:36 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047007-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047013-2025
  7th August 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047007-2025
  7th August 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.kent.ac.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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