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title: "AutoTARA Development Consultancy"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068ea5"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "COVENTRY UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-04-29"
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# AutoTARA Development Consultancy

Buyer: COVENTRY UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068ea5

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## Summary

Coventry University has concluded a direct procurement process to develop an AI-driven Proof of Concept for AutoTARA, part of its InnovateUK-funded cybersecurity spin-out project. The contracting authority, Coventry University, is based in Coventry, United Kingdom and operates within the public authority sub-central government category. The contract, titled "AutoTARA Development Consultancy," was awarded to Ultimate Dimension Ltd, a London-based supplier specialising in AI integration into ISO 21434 TARA workflows. This procurement focused on research and development consultancy services and covered the development phase from 13th February to 7th May 2026 under a milestone-based approach. The contract was signed on 12th February 2026, and the overall value of the contract is GBP 27,000.

This consultancy contract fosters business growth opportunities for firms excelling in AI, cybersecurity, and regulated SaaS development. Large tech companies with capabilities in developing explainable AI systems and integrating them within cybersecurity frameworks would benefit most from such tenders. The focus is on developing specialised technology consultancy services, particularly in AI and cybersecurity, making this an attractive prospect for businesses aiming to enter the rapidly evolving cybersecurity industry. Engaging in projects like these offers a gateway to participating in cutting-edge technological advancements and collaborating on high-impact academic spin-outs.

## Notice

Development of an AI-driven Proof of Concept (PoC) for AutoTARA, Coventry University's InnovateUK-funded cybersecurity spin-out project. The supplier (UltDimension, London) will deliver milestone-based PoC development, focusing on explainable AI integration into ISO 21434 TARA workflows. This is specialist technology consultancy requiring expertise in LLMs, cybersecurity, and regulated SaaS development.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039560-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2026 - 7 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £27,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COVENTRY UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 5FB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULTIMATE DIMENSION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 22:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039560-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039560-2026
  29th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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