Summary
- OCID:
- ocds-h6vhtk-066f07
- Published by:
- Development Bank of Wales
- Authority ID:
- AA0555
- Publication date:
- 20 March 2026
- Deadline date:
- -
- Notice type:
- UK5
- Has documents:
- No
- Has SPD:
- No
- Has Carbon Reduction Plan:
- N/A
Abstract
The Development Bank of Wales is intending to award a contract for the provision of AI adoption training and consultancy services. The supplier will support the Bank in becoming “AI‑ready” by delivering a programme that builds foundational artificial intelligence and Generative AI skills across all colleagues, including safe and effective use of Microsoft Copilot.The contract also includes the development of an AI adoption strategy and roadmap for presentation to the DBW Board, the establishment of governance and compliance structures for responsible AI use, and the creation of an internal network of AI Champions to support organisational change and embed AI capabilities into daily operations.The services aim to enhance organisational productivity, drive innovation, and support the delivery of the Bank’s longer‑term AI objectives for FY26/27.
Full notice text
Scope
Procurement reference
DBW00203.00
Procurement description
The Development Bank of Wales is intending to award a contract for the provision of AI adoption training and consultancy services. The supplier will support the Bank in becoming “AI‑ready” by delivering a programme that builds foundational artificial intelligence and Generative AI skills across all colleagues, including safe and effective use of Microsoft Copilot.
The contract also includes the development of an AI adoption strategy and roadmap for presentation to the DBW Board, the establishment of governance and compliance structures for responsible AI use, and the creation of an internal network of AI Champions to support organisational change and embed AI capabilities into daily operations.
The services aim to enhance organisational productivity, drive innovation, and support the delivery of the Bank’s longer‑term AI objectives for FY26/27.
Contracting authority
Development Bank of Wales
Identification register:
Address 1: Development Bank of Wales plc
Town/City: Cardiff
Postcode: CF10 4BZ
Country: Germany
Website: http://www.developmentbank.wales
Public Procurement Organisation Number: PCWM-6438-QYVP
NUTS code: DE
Contact name: Leanne Millard
Email: leanne.millard@developmentbank.wales
Telephone: +442920801715
Organisation type: Public authority - central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales
Supplier
GENERATIVE AI SOLUTIONS LTD
Identification register:
Address 1: Hlb House, 68 High Street
Town/City: Tarporley
Postcode: CW6 0AT
Country: United Kingdom
Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPHM-8627-DVCX
NUTS code: UKD63
Email: marco@generativeaistrategy.com
Type:
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Description of how these justifications apply
The Development Bank of Wales is awarding this contract via Direct Award under the Procurement Act 2023 provisions. The required AI adoption and Generative AI consultancy services constitute a niche and highly specialist market with no suitable framework available. GenAi possesses unique capabilities already demonstrated in prior engagement with SMT, enabling continuity and expertise critical to delivering DBW’s AI-readiness roadmap within required timescales. Given the strategic importance of the programme, the need for rapid mobilisation (<12 weeks), and the approval from CMO and Procurement, a competitive process would cause significant delay and risk to organisational objectives. This Direct Award route therefore ensures best value, compliance, and timely delivery.
Direct award justification
Additional repeat extension partial replacement
Contract terms and risks
Description of risks to contract performance
NA
Lots
Divided into 1 lots
Lot number: 1 Status: Complete Sustainability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contract
AI Adoption
ID: 1
Status: Pending
Related lots
1
Date the contract will be signed (estimated)
30 March 2026, 23:59PM Value
50000.00 GBP Excluding VAT
60000.00 GBP Including VAT
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Is the total value above threshold?
Above threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
31 March 2026, 00:00AM to 30 March 2027, 23:59PM
Documents
Document type
Conflict of interest
Description
Not published
Coding
Commodity categories
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Title
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| 80000000 |
Education and training services |
Education |
Delivery locations
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Description
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| 100 |
UK - All |
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About the buyer
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- N/a
- Admin contact:
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- Technical contact:
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- Other contact:
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