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title: "CYP -AI Assistant"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06aeb3"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-05"
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# CYP -AI Assistant

Buyer: THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06aeb3

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## Summary

The North Yorkshire Council, a sub-central government authority in the United Kingdom, has completed the award stage of a public procurement contract titled "CYP -AI Assistant". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting software programming and consultancy services. The contract, which commenced on 1st April 2026, involves the setup, customisation, and ongoing maintenance of an AI-based Information, Advice & Guidance system designed for children, young people, parents, and professionals. The procurement process was carried out through a direct method, below the threshold without competition, and was awarded to LEADING AI LTD, based in London. The total contract value amounts to £45,360, and it extends to regions across North Yorkshire.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in artificial intelligence and software solutions aimed at educational and government sectors. Companies with expertise in developing AI tools for providing verified guidance and service information will find themselves well-positioned to compete in future similar tenders. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those located within or near North Yorkshire, or those with the ability to offer innovative AI solutions tailored to public sector needs, stand to gain from such procurement opportunities. This contract exemplifies how targeted government projects can stimulate growth and encourage the adoption of cutting-edge technology in public services.

## Notice

This contract covers the provision of an Information, Advice & Guidance AI Assistant for North Yorkshire Council The service includes setup, customisation, and ongoing monthly licensing, maintenance, and support for an AI tool embedded within the Go-To website to provide verified guidance and service information to children, young people, parents, and professionals across North Yorkshire.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053326-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 2 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £37,800 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHALLERTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL7 8AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE22 North Yorkshire |
| Local authority | North Yorkshire |
| Electoral ward | Romanby |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond and Northallerton |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEADING AI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2026 at 12:09 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053326-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053326-2026
  5th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.leadingai.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/

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