The Scottish Government’s CivTech programme launched today with over £7 million worth of contract opportunities for tech entrepreneurs.

The programme is inviting companies and individuals from across the UK and beyond to develop solutions for 13 new Challenges which have been set by public sector bodies, local councils, charities and the Scottish Government itself.

Inclusive AI

The Scottish AI Alliance is very pleased to be involved in Challenge 7.6 which is asking: how do we use Artificial Intelligence, data and digital technologies to enable more inclusive access to public services, starting with disabled people?

The closing date for applications is Midday, Tuesday 28 June 2022 and the maximum contract value is £800,000. Watch the video below to find out more about Challenge 7.6 from Jeremy Darot of the Scottish AI Alliance and Gillian Heavie of the Scottish Government.

Schedule

• Launch date: Tuesday 31 May 2022

• Questions may be submitted until: 16:00, Tuesday 21 June 2022

• Closing date: Midday, Tuesday 28 June 2022

• Exploration Stage interviews: Wednesday 27 July 2022

• Exploration Stage: 15 August to 2 September 2022

• Accelerator interviews: Wednesday 07 September 2022

• Accelerator Stage: 3 October 2021 to 27 January 2023

Find out more about the project and send in your application using the link below.