---
title: "UKHO Maritime Innovation Module"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ac3b"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE"
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# UKHO Maritime Innovation Module

Buyer: UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ac3b

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052259-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Jul 2026 - 6 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | £20,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 2DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Taunton East |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80510000 - Specialist training services

## Release History

- 3 Jun 2026 at 10:43 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052259-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052259-2026
  3rd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://ukho.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://ukho.delta-esourcing.com/respond/8N57W856SW
- https://ukho.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Taunton:-Specialist-training-services./8N57W856SW
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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