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SPOTTER ML OPS (Data Scientist Team)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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26 Jun 2026 at 10:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for Project SPOTTER, which was focused on developing a cutting-edge computer vision system to enhance imagery analysis in Defence operations. Categorised under Computer-related professional services, the contract was awarded through a selective procurement method using a call-off from a framework agreement. The contracting process concluded with an award published on 26th June 2026, following the tender period which ended on 27th March 2026. The contract, valued at £1,829,160, began on 1st April 2026 and will run till 31st March 2028, covering services across the United Kingdom.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in artificial intelligence and computer vision, particularly those equipped to handle complex Defence requirements. While the main contract has been awarded to PA Consulting Services Limited, small and medium-sized enterprises could position themselves as potential future partners or subcontractors in this high-priority Defence area. Companies that specialise in data science, satellite imagery, and high-tech analysis solutions will find this contract promising for advancing their expertise and visibility within the Defence sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SPOTTER ML OPS (Data Scientist Team)

Notice Description

Project SPOTTER is a high priority Defence requirement that uses computer vision techniques to detect and classify objects of Defence interest within satellite imagery. This will provide crucial information that will allow Ministry Of Defence (MOD) Imagery Analysts to prioritise imagery for further analysis, and to focus attention on the most important intelligence first. It therefore offers improved efficiency and timeliness of intelligence reporting by enabling analysts to deliver actionable insights faster.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4668b2ff-8aa9-455c-9468-15ae40bfa154
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5fa3578-06f4-446e-a06b-5ac57d8b38d6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,194,992 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,829,160 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PA CONSULTING SERVICES

Further Information

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