Award

DDaT25362 - Servers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

18 Sep 2025 at 13:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, concluded under the tender ID DDaT25362, pertains to the provision of servers for UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The process was completed through a call-off contract using the Servers, Storage and Solutions National Agreement (SSSNA) Lot 1 Framework. The buying organisation responsible for this procurement was UK Shared Business Services Limited, located in Swindon, England. The contract, valued at £54,840, covered the delivery of computer equipment and supplies, and was categorised under the CPV code 30200000. The procurement method was selective, executed as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract started on 1 September 2025 and concluded by 8 September 2025. This process is now in the 'Award' stage, with the award being published on 18 September 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the computer equipment and supplies industry, especially those capable of providing high-quality server solutions. Large enterprises, like Dell Corporation Limited, which was the supplier for this project, are ideally positioned to leverage such contracts to expand their market presence and secure future business. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are also encouraged to compete, as there is a marked emphasis on inclusivity for SMEs within this procurement scope. Engagement in similar framework agreements or call-off arrangements can facilitate business growth and long-term stability through strong partnerships with public sector entities like UKRI.

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Notice Title

DDaT25362 - Servers

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for the provision of Servers. This Call-Off Contract has been sourced via Direct Award on the Servers, Storage and Solutions National Agreement (SSSNA) Lot 1 Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-26d85ea6-b250-409d-9e43-248c1b136750
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c3cc027-2e71-4338-8b5b-64d49a1e7a64
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£54,840 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£54,840 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 8 Sep 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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