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Graphics Processing Units (GPU) capacity in UKHSA's high-performance computing

UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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13 Jan 2025 at 10:52

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has completed a procurement process for Graphics Processing Units (GPU) capacity within its high-performance computing infrastructure. This contract, titled "Graphics Processing Units (GPU) capacity in UKHSA's high-performance computing," falls under the hardware installation services industry category and complements technical support services. Softcat PLC has been awarded the contract through a selective procurement method under a framework agreement. The total value of the contract is £1,561,229.98, and it encompasses a contract period starting from 15th March 2025 to 14th March 2030, with services to be delivered in London (postal code E14 4PU), United Kingdom. The award phase ended on 7th January 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in high-performance computing hardware and support services. Companies specialising in the installation and maintenance of advanced GPU systems, as well as those capable of providing extensive technical support, will find this contract particularly beneficial. Although the procurement method was selective, participation in similar future tenders could be advantageous for businesses aiming to establish or expand their presence in the public sector and high-performance computing markets.

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Notice Title

Graphics Processing Units (GPU) capacity in UKHSA's high-performance computing

Notice Description

UKHSA procurement of NVIDIA H200 GPUs with supporting hardware, installation and warranty support

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6b3f38a5-aee3-40ab-bf47-4396c8dea0b7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b43b990-72eb-4bbe-8bda-c44b47f040c3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

51611100 - Hardware installation services

71356300 - Technical support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,561,229 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,561,229 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
15 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2030 Over 5 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
UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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