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AI platform for use by Staff and Students at The University Of Kent

Awarded to OPENAI UK LTD

University of Kent(buyer)

Published
Published 19 December 2025
Deadline
Closed 16 January 2026
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Overview

The University of Kent procured an enterprise-grade Generative AI platform from OpenAI UK Ltd for £3,257,010 to support teaching, learning, research, accessibility, and operational efficiency across the institution. The platform provides a secure, institutionally governed AI environment designed to support student learning and staff productivity while reducing institutional risk and enabling compliant AI use, with implementation targeted for April 2026.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
£2,000,000
Procedure
Selective
Published
19 December 2025
Questions by
9 January 2026
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Software package and information systemsIT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Award outcome

Awarded value
£3,257,010
Award date
10 February 2026
Contract period
27 February 2026 → 31 March 2028
Winner
  • OPENAI UK LTD

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Notice history

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  1. Contract

    10 February 2026

  2. Contract Notice

    22 December 2025

  3. Prior Information Notice

    19 December 2025

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