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IBM FlashSystem 7300s with support

MET OFFICE

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04 Dec 2024 at 13:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has awarded a contract to COMPUTACENTER (UK) LTD for the provision of IBM FlashSystem 7300s with support. This IT services contract, classified under CPV code 72000000, involves consulting, software development, Internet, and support services and will be implemented in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender was completed with the award date on 20th November 2024, and the contract will run from 20th November 2024 to 29th November 2029, with a total value of £390,226.25 GBP.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, consulting, and support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly stand to benefit from such tenders, as the procurement process emphasizes inclusivity for SMEs. Companies specialising in storage solutions, maintenance, and support services for IT infrastructure can leverage this contract to establish or strengthen their presence in the public sector, aligning themselves with one of the UK's principal meteorological authorities, the Met Office. Competing for similar tenders can lead to substantial business growth and increased market credibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IBM FlashSystem 7300s with support

Notice Description

IBM FlashSystem 7300s with support Framework Number: RM6098 Contract Number: DN750371

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ea18c55-8c69-453c-945b-6bf12ee95a5a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/526449b5-852b-40ab-9292-caf048199dfe
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

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
£390,226 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£390,226 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
20 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2029 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX1 3PB
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPUTACENTER (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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