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title: "STA1488 - University of Essex - Representation of GLA AtoN in AI Systems"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055831"
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published: "2025-07-03"
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# STA1488 - University of Essex - Representation of GLA AtoN in AI Systems

Buyer: TRINITY HOUSE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055831

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## Summary

The contracting authority, TRINITY HOUSE, located in London, has completed a procurement process under the title "STA1488 - University of Essex - Representation of GLA AtoN in AI Systems." This procurement, which falls under the services category, involves the representation of General Lighthouse Authority's (GLA) Aids to Navigation (AtoN) in AI systems and aims to enhance interaction between maritime autonomous systems and existing maritime infrastructure. The procurement method was limited and below the threshold with the award being active as of the 3rd of July, 2025. The project is based in the United Kingdom and involves a contract running from 29th May 2025 to 28th February 2026, focusing on computer configurations and business analysis consultancy services, with a total contract value of £29,830.28 (excluding VAT). 

This tender presents significant business opportunities for firms specialising in maritime AI systems, particularly those with expertise in machine vision and AtoN technology. The collaboration with the University of Essex highlights potential for those in academia or SMEs looking to engage in similar government projects related to maritime safety and technology. The well-suited businesses are likely those already possessing a strong foundation in AI systems, strategic consultancy services, and a commitment to enhancing maritime operational safety through technological integration. The involvement of a central government public authority like TRINITY HOUSE further underscores the potential prestige and credibility associated with successfully securing such contracts.

## Notice

As the adoption of the Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) technology continues to grow, it is crucial to ensure the seamless interaction between MASS and the existing maritime infrastructure. Therefore, it is essential to ascertain whether machine vision systems, integral to the autonomy of MASS, perceive AtoN accurately enough to guarantee safe and efficient operations. GRAD in collaboration with the University of Essex (UoE), recently completed a research project, which demonstrated the feasibility of using machine vision systems for detecting and classifying AtoNs, with high accuracy. To view this notice, please click here: https://trinityhouse.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=962252395

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037063-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 May 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £29,830 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRINITY HOUSE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC3N 4DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Tower |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 30211400 - Computer configurations
- 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2025 at 11:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037063-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037063-2025
  3rd July 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://trinityhouse.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=962252395
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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