Tender

Data Centre

THURROCK COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Thurrock Council is seeking an experienced provider for the design and implementation of a new data centre at an existing operational site the project will be executed in two phases, commencing with design and construction followed by a maintenance period of five years thereafter. The tender is classified under IT services and will predominantly involve works related to consulting, software development, and support. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the tender period will close on 10 September 2018, with the contract anticipated to start on 1 October 2018 and end on 30 September 2024. Interested parties are advised to register on the In-Tend platform to access further documentation and express their interest.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in data centre design, construction, and operational maintenance. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is tailored to foster competition and inclusivity. Companies capable of providing innovative solutions for infrastructure development and offering reliable support services during the transition and maintenance phases would be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

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Notice Title

Data Centre

Notice Description

The Council wishes to procure a competent and experienced provider for the design and delivery, including all preparatory works and post-acceptance planned preventative maintenance of a new data centre at an existing operational location within the known limitations of a single back-up generator and single mains supply. The Project is divided into 2 phases: Phase 1 - comprises the design, build and testing (including acceptance testing) of new on-premises data centre. This will include site clearance, area preparation and deployment of new systems; as well as training of Employer staff (Council) and increased support during the ICT equipment transition/relocation. This will also include the evaluation of existing critical and essential power loadings and outlining a scope of works required for the decommissioning and uninstallation of the existing ICT Server room. Phase 2 - comprises the Planned Preventative and reactive maintenance services and emergency call-out services over a period of 5 years from the end of Phase 1. Additional information: Please register on In-Tend to view and download documents and express an interest Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-162703b6-7f7a-4a51-b9b6-2dadb496b66a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2024 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THURROCK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ESSEX
Postcode
RM17 6SL
Post Town
Romford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH32 Thurrock
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Thurrock
Electoral Ward
Grays Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Thurrock

Further Information

Notice Documents

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