Procurement Summary
Country: United Kingdom
Summary: Earth Observation: Data, Access Services and Ai Capabilities for Uk Public Sector ‘Public Sector Eo- - Pre Market Engagement
Deadline: 26 May 2026
Posting Date: 13 May 2026
Other Information
Notice Type: Tender
TOT Ref.No.: 141173703
Document Ref. No.: GDS5841
Competition: ICB
Financier: Self Financed
Purchaser Ownership: Public
Tender Value: Refer Document
CPV Classification
38126000 - Surface observing apparatus
38221000 - Geographic information systems (GIS or equivalent)
48614000 - Data-acquisition system
72268000 - Software supply services
72300000 - Data services
71354200 - Aerial mapping services
35631200 - Observation satellites
35720000 - Intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance
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Tender Details
Government Digital Service, part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), is working to enhance and co-ordinate public sector access to satellite-derived Earth Observation (EO) data across the UK. This also includes promoting the use of artificial intelligence to generate deeper insights and build capability. The aim is to reduce duplication, improve efficiency, and support the delivery of key government priorities such as climate resilience, national security, and digital transformation. Subject to internal budget approvals, we have identified an opportunity to procure selected commercial EO data and services for use across the UK public sector. This would help to address limitations in the spatial and temporal resolution, as well as the spectral coverage, of existing open sources. By strengthening the geospatial and EO data available to public bodies, it would support more informed decision-making and better outcomes for citizens. Please note that we are working closely with DSIT UK Space Agency on their 'Earth Observation Data Hub' initiative and will align our approaches where feasible to maximise impact across both programmes. How we intend to engage Following on from the first pre-market engagement session, we are holding this second session to cover our more detailed technical requirements and approach. The session will be followed by a written questionnaire for respondents to share thoughts in greater detail and confidentiality. The second sess...
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