Request for Information: Sovereign AI R&D Procurement
- Published
- 17 April 2026
- Estimated value
- £80,000,000
- Place of performance
- UK
- Lots
- 1
- Notice number
- 035079-2026
- Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-068509
- Official source
- Official source
CPV codes
- 72000000IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Description
We want to build government procurement into our offer to support AI startups. By acting as an early customer, government can help to validate novel AI capabilities and de-risk investment for the wider market. We know the difference government contracts can make for startups by providing revenue, credibility, and leveraging private investment. The benefits for applicants could include: Government contracts to develop prototype AI capabilities, providing revenue and validation. The opportunity to establish close relationships with government departments and understanding of market demand (such as MOD, DHSC, DSIT, NCSC and others). We want to design our procurement in a way that supports high-potential AI startups that are developing sovereign AI capabilities. If you are developing something which aligns with our Sovereign AI Focus Areas below, then we want to hear from you. The information gathered will help to design the scheme and ensure it works well for companies. We are considering a competitive scheme where companies can apply to win government contracts to develop sovereign AI capabilities and address public-interest challenges. We are considering awarding contracts…
Official publications
- FTS · 035079-2026 · 17 April 2026
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