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Cloud Transformation

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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08 Oct 2024 at 08:17

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sussex has completed the procurement process for its "Cloud Transformation" project, classified under IT services. This initiative aims to establish a new server and service infrastructure to support and enhance the university's digital applications and computational needs. The contract, worth £1,909,039.29, was awarded to Softcat, and the procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement. The project's contract period runs from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2027, with the procurement reaching the award stage as of the 8th of October 2024. The location for the contract is Brighton, England (BN1 9RH).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in consulting, software development, internet services, and support. Firms capable of offering advanced digital solutions to academic institutions will find this project appealing. The selective procurement method and the substantial contract value suggest that businesses with a strong track record in delivering large-scale IT infrastructure projects and holding existing framework agreements would be well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities. Although this specific tender is complete, understanding its requirements can guide businesses in positioning themselves for upcoming procurement processes in the education sector.

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Notice Title

Cloud Transformation

Notice Description

This project will create and launch an all-new server and service infrastructure, underpinning and enabling University enterprise digital applications and computational requirements for the future.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-43c5f403-f900-40a9-a5c4-e159283a3c11
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72f81e7e-d92b-4cb2-bbe7-dd1a85d7e8d4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
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
£1,909,039 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,909,039 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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