57458 - Proof Coin Vision Inspection, AI Defect Detection and Digital Traceability

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    "description": "Proof Coin Vision Inspection, AI Defect Detection and Digital Traceability\nThe Royal Mint (the Authority) is exploring a post-strike machine-vision inspection and digital traceability capability for proof commemorative coins. This is a Request for Information to engage the market, understand what is achievable and gather indicative approaches and costs. It is not an invitation to tender, creates no obligation on the Authority, and will not result in any award. Responses will inform a possible future procurement.",
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        "locality": "Pontyclun",
        "postalCode": "CF72 8YT",
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        "name": "Cei Mason",
        "email": "ceirion.mason@royalmint.com",
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        "id": "063307-2026",
        "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063307-2026",
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        "noticeType": "UK2",
        "description": "Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender",
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        "dueDate": "2026-08-03T23:59:59+01:00",
        "description": "Pre Market Engagement. 3 Suppliers identified from research, but this notice is intended to engage others who may be capable and show interest. Please make contact and we can release further details"
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