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Dell EMC Storage Array (GRAIL Infrastructure)

NHS DIGITAL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

25 Jul 2022 at 11:05

Award

30 Jun 2022 at 13:06

Summary of the contracting process

NHS Digital has recently completed a procurement process for additional hardware as part of the Grail project, specifically a Dell EMC Storage Array. The tender, classified under the CPV code for Hardware, was initiated as a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is set from 12th August 2022 to 11th August 2023, with the contract value amounting to £34,611.85. Although the tender period ended on 11th May 2022, the award notice for this contract was published on 30th June 2022. The delivery addresses include various UK locations as well as other territories.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology and hardware sectors, especially for those equipped to supply IT solutions to public sector organisations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as the procurement process is designed to foster a diverse supplier base. Companies with experience in providing IT infrastructure and services, especially those familiar with NHS Digital's requirements, will be well-suited to pursue similar contracts and expand their business within the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Dell EMC Storage Array (GRAIL Infrastructure)

Notice Description

Additional hardware for the Grail project to be added to the servers we are currently hosting in UKHSA.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22cc64ac-46e5-4faa-a723-fee4bcbd43b3
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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£34,611 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,611 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20223 years ago
Contract Period
11 Aug 2022 - 11 Aug 2023 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS DIGITAL
Contact Name
NHS Digital
Contact Email
nhsdcommercial@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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