Tender

UKHO Maritime Innovation Module

UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE

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Tender

03 Jun 2026 at 10:43

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Hydrographic Office is inviting suppliers to provide a Maritime Innovation Module in October 2026, with a focus on modern electronic navigation systems, autonomy, and artificial intelligence. This tender, identified as "UKHO Maritime Innovation Module," is classified under specialist training services and is currently in the tender stage. The procurement follows an open competition method, with a projected contract value of £20,000. Located at Admiralty Way, Taunton, the project also allows electronic submissions until 30th June 2026, with the enquiry period concluding by 15th June 2026. The contract period is anticipated to start on 19th July 2026 and may last until 11th November 2026, with the possibility of extension for a similar course in October 2027.

This tender represents a viable opportunity for businesses specialising in maritime training, autonomy, or advanced technology systems. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged, as suitability criteria include provisions for these entities. The UK Hydrographic Office seeks to reward competitive pricing, quality of approach, relevant experience, innovation, and social value in its suppliers. Successfully securing this contract could serve as a substantial advantage for businesses aiming to strengthen their foothold in specialist training services, particularly within the maritime sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKHO Maritime Innovation Module

Notice Description

The UK Hydrographic Office is seeking to appoint a supplier to deliver a Maritime Innovation Module in October, aimed at exposing students to modern electronic navigation systems and emerging technologies, including autonomy and artificial intelligence. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://ukho.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Taunton:-Specialist-training-services./8N57W856SW To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://ukho.delta-esourcing.com/respond/8N57W856SW

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A 12 month extension will be available for the purpose of delivering an equivalent course in October 2027, at the authorities discretion

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ac3b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052259-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Jul 2026 - 6 Nov 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 2DN
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Taunton East
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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