Capturing IT Tendering Opportunities in Saudi Arabia in 2025
Discover IT tender opportunities in Saudi Arabia 2025 across AI, cloud, data analytics, and telecom sectors.
IT tendering opportunities are on the rise as the near-term economic outlook of the IT sector is set for rapid expansion in 2025.
These tenders are available in several IT verticals, such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics and AI, telecom infrastructure, and more.
Robust Localization Efforts Spark AI and IT Tender Opportunities in Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom is rapidly expanding its AI capabilities. As a result, there’s a corresponding rise in tendering opportunities in the fields of AI, data analytics, and automation.
Saudi Arabia’s strong emphasis on spurring localized AI innovation is reflected in its vision to become a global leader in AI. By 2030, AI is set to contribute a projected $135 billion to the Saudi economy.
There's a reason why global tech giants like Google are increasing investments in the Saudi AI sector. Late last year, Google Cloud and Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced an agreement, which would see the establishment of a new AI hub in the Kingdom.
Favorable market conditions provide fertile ground for expansion for firms like Artefact, a global AI consulting company.
Its continued expansion into Saudi Arabia arises from a steadfast commitment to enable businesses to leverage AI capabilities for strategic decision-making.
Artefact is one of many expansion clients of AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading business expansion platform.
Strong Demand for Cloud Fuels a Rise in Saudi IT Projects
The government’s Cloud First Policy has boosted the adoption of cloud services across sectors.
Most importantly, this flagship policy mandates that 80% of public services migrate to the cloud by 2030.
Global businesses that provide enterprise cloud solutions, IT infrastructure management, and system integrations, find ample opportunities in upcoming government IT tenders in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia has therefore become a crucial market of focus for leading firms such as Bespin Global MEA, an E-enterprise company.
Soon after its expansion in Saudi Arabia, facilitated by AstroLabs, Bespin Global has firmly cemented itself as a leader in the local cloud market.
The global champion has diligently been working to deliver tailored cloud solutions and managed IT services to empower businesses with their digital transformation drive. Among the company's clients in Saudi Arabia are Jarir Bookstore, Imtiaz, Muvi Cinemas, and Al Dawaa.
Leading Opportunities in Saudi Arabia’s Telecom
In the telecom sector, tenders are mostly focused on infrastructure development and maintenance, supply and installation of fiber optics or network systems and telecom consultancy.
The accelerated pace of digitization in telecom is supported by the ongoing expansion of 5G coverage. Above all, the country’s 5G coverage now exceeds 94%, double the global average of 42%.
As we progress into 2025, the Saudi telecom industry remains on the cusp of transformation, influenced by significant market developments.
Earlier this year, Saudi Telecom Company (STC) signed a contract valued at $8.7 billion (SAR 32.64 billion) with a government entity.
The contract involves the construction, operation, and provision of telecom infrastructure over an 18-month preparation and execution period. This is followed by 15 years of operational management.
These infrastructure enhancements forecast robust growth opportunities and increase the sector’s attractiveness to global investors. Value-wise, the telecom market is likely to be worth $19.04 billion in 2025, and through 2030, the industry will grow at a CAGR of 3.9% to reach $23.07 billion.
Looking widely at the market, telecom businesses seek novel ways to retool their infrastructure and minimize the costs associated with delivering seamless connectivity.
This transition places businesses like Sigma EMEA at the forefront of this reinvention. The consulting firm continues to play a vital role in strengthening digital resilience for Saudi telecom enterprises, ensuring data protection and regulatory compliance.
To clarify, the company is among AstroLabs’ ever-growing Saudi expansion network.
With telecom companies embracing innovation, the wider industry therefore has the potential to become the foundation upon which the digital economy is built.
Saudi’s Vision of a Smart Nation: Building a Resilient IT Infrastructure
The IT sector remains central to the Kingdom’s vision of building a digitally empowered nation, and the government continues to support this IT growth. Over the past six years, the Kingdom has invested over $24.8 billion in digital infrastructure. It has just unveiled plans to establish multibillion-dollar ventures in support of the IT sector in 2025.
The increased government investments in the IT sector are shaping growth and profitability prospects for global firms. This aligns with the broader goals set out by Vision 2030’s frameworks. These mandates expand the IT sector by 50% by 2030 and increase its GDP contribution by SAR 50 billion ($11 billion).
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