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title: "SPOTTER ML OPS (Data Scientist Team)"
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# SPOTTER ML OPS (Data Scientist Team)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4668b2ff-8aa9-455c-9468-15ae40bfa154

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5fa3578-06f4-446e-a06b-5ac57d8b38d6 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,194,992 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,829,160 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PA CONSULTING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72590000 - Computer-related professional services

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2026 at 10:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5fa3578-06f4-446e-a06b-5ac57d8b38d6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5fa3578-06f4-446e-a06b-5ac57d8b38d6
  26th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f713c1b2-784d-483a-aa05-5dc8b68682c1
  Redacted contract

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