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We have now launched the C4P Assistant – the first LLM fine-tuned specifically for EU procurement data! The C4P Assistant revolutionizes how you find answers to your most pressing EU procurement questions. Whether you're looking to identify the latest opportunities, discover which company has won a specific tender, understand key market collaborations, or even access specifications published on a specific date, the C4P Assistant handles it all through an intuitive Q&A interface. Curious to see the C4P Assistant in action? Reach out to us for a full demo and get exclusive access to our detailed tips and tricks document. In the meantime, watch this video right here to see just how powerful this tool can be.

The procurement for "Supporting ENISA for the provision of cybersecurity services to European Union Member States" is renewed earlier than expected. We made a comparison of the specifications in the 2022 and 2024 edition to understand how ENISA might have adapted their requirements. Here's what we spotted: 1. Scope: The 2024 procurement introduces more comprehensive requirements, such as source code reviews and more specific risk monitoring services. It also includes a retainer service model for incident management and provides additional details for exercise types and methodologies. Unlike the 2022 procurement, the 2024 version mandates practical experience in Awareness Security programmes. 2. Expert Profiles: New in 2024, there's a requirement for national security clearance for both junior and senior experts across various profiles. Most importantly, there's a new requirement for knowledge of official languages of Member States where needed. 3. Scenarios: The 2024 procurement provides more specific financial and operational details, especially regarding incident response and exercise execution scenarios. Notably, it removes the platform-specific scenario, indicating a strategic shift or change in requirements. 4. References: Several new criteria have been introduced, such as professional integrity, transparent governance, and IT system security (T7, T8, T9). There's also a focus on Member State-specific experience, increasing the localisation of expertise. 5. Quality/Price Ratio: The weighting between quality and price has shifted slightly in the 2024 procurement, with more weight given to price criteria (35% vs. 30%), suggesting an increased emphasis on cost competitiveness.

Commission: "Data published in the TED and national tendering databases (public information notices, contract and contract award notices) is usually limited to succinct abstracts of what public procurers really buy, whereas more information is contained in the tender specifications." We couldn't agree more! This is why we've developed software to not only automatically analyse EU specifications but also reclassify EU opportunities once the specifications are available. Is the recent DG ENER "Legal, technical and economic expertise in the field of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy" tender also interesting for Technology companies? Yes, it is! See in our specs summary why.

Back in 2018, in the pre-GPT era, C4P took a bold step by deciding to replace in our Platform the CPV code system with an advanced SVM text classifier, which we've since upgraded to an ensemble of Transformers and LLMs. We were pioneers in introducing this alternative tender classification system to the market, despite facing some pushback due to the entrenched use of CPV codes. Today, we're proud to share a quote from a recent document of the European Commission that validates our innovative approach: "It is also well-known that CPV codes are not a sufficiently reliable way of identifying purchase categories, as public buyers do not always indicate the correct CPV code" and "...Given the above listed challenges, an AI / machine learning based tool could more accurately identify procurements than keyword searches." Our clients have benefited from a more accurate and reliable classification system, and it's rewarding to see our foresight recognised. This validation strengthens our commitment to innovation and reinforces the unique value we bring to our clients. Thank you to our clients for trusting us and to our team for continuously pushing the boundaries of what’s possible! #Innovation #PublicProcurement #TextClassification #MachineLearning #AI #Transformers

Introducing Our New Tender Q&As Classification System! We're excited to share a new C4P feature that simplifies the EU public procurement tender process. Our system categorises published Q&As based on their relevance to specific sections of the tender, such as "CVs," "Credentials," "Technical Proposal," and "Deadline Extension." This innovation ensures that each member of your bidding team can easily access the questions most pertinent to their work. Key Benefits: Efficiency: Streamline your workflow by quickly finding relevant questions. Clarity: Easily follow up on specific areas of interest with clearly labeled questions. To see our new feature in action, watch the video below where we demonstrate its use on the ISDLS3 tender that now has over 140 Q&As. #PublicProcurement #TenderManagement #QAs #TextClassification #EUTenders

In-Depth Analysis of DG DIGIT Management Plan 2024 Now Available! We have completed a detailed analysis of the recently published DG DIGIT Management Plan for 2024. This analysis is pivotal for all IT service providers aiming to understand the scope of the recently published PROSERV DPS. The Management Plan not only discusses general service types but also lays out key strategic objectives, offering a glimpse into potential projects. This exclusive insight is available to our users, providing them with a strategic edge in gearing up for PROSERV DPS opportunities. Are you ready to gain actionable insights and prepare for upcoming opportunities? Reach out to us for access to the full analysis and discover how you can align your services with DG DIGIT’s priorities. #ITservices #DGdigit #managementplan #PROSERVDPS #digitaltransformation

The new edition of the audiovisuals production for the Publications Office of the European Union has just been published. Our prediction algorithm has naturally identified the incumbent as a strong candidate but is also hinting on the companies that can challenge them. Not the simplest of specifications, so our summary should make Tenderers' life easier.

The Commission has launched the PROSERV Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for IT Professional Services with an overall budget of €1.2billion. This DPS is designed to facilitate the procurement of IT services through a structured two-stage process, allowing qualified IT service providers to participate and compete for contracts. Interestingly, it covers off-site only services at a budget that we were only used for onsite services so far. Also worth to note the coverage of high-level consulting services. All you need to know about the process and services procured in our standard specs summary. #EuropeanCommission #ITServices #ProcurementOpportunity #DynamicPurchasingSystem

Navigating the vast world of procurement opportunities can be a complex task. With resources like TED eu offering a wealth of information, the journey is undeniably enriched. Yet, as with any large data source, there's room for human error – and we have seen this lately with many non-EU opportunities tagged as EU ones. If this can happen in the definition of which opportunities come from EU Institutions and which not, how can the CPV classification be trusted without quality checks? At C4P, we understand the importance of precision. TED eu is an excellent starting point, but our mission is to refine this data further, enhancing its accuracy and relevance for our clients. Our approach isn't just about correction; it's about transformation. Combining Machine Learning techniques and LLMs, we refine classifications, ensuring they're not just accurate but also intuitive and tailored to the needs of businesses seeking clarity and reliability in procurement opportunities. Our commitment is to deliver a dataset that's not just clean, but crystal clear – helping our clients make informed decisions with confidence. In the realm of procurement data, precision is paramount. At C4P, we're dedicated to turning good data into great insights, ensuring that every opportunity you explore is as accurate and actionable as possible. #DataQuality #MachineLearning #Procurement #Innovation #BusinessIntelligence

We're continuously working to connect better with the EU Public Sector's strategies and methods. At C4P, we've taken a closer look at two important Commission documents about Project Management and Policy Support. These documents add to our earlier analysis of the strategies of the Directorates-General, offering more depth in our users' understanding of their clients. Now available on the C4P Platform's Documents space, these new insights aren't ready-made solutions for proposal writing. Rather, they form the core of our Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) model, which is key to how we will help users at C4P. It blends the details from these documents with LLMs to help create draft proposals that truly speak to what the EU institutions are looking for. By using these documents in our RAG model, C4P will give its users a leg up, helping them understand and meet the EU Public Sector's expectations. Explore these resources on our platform to enhance your proposal writing with a mix of expert knowledge and the latest tech.