Award

RBGKEW/623 Science HPC expansion

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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21 Nov 2019 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is seeking contractors for the "RBGKEW/623 Science HPC expansion" project, which entails the supply, installation, licensing, and maintenance of High Performance Computing (HPC) hardware. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically data-processing machines, and was awarded through a selective method via the SUPC framework. The tender period ended on 16 September 2019, and the contract commenced on 28 October 2019, running until 27 October 2024. The corresponding award notice was published on 21 November 2019.

This opportunity could significantly benefit larger technology firms specialising in high-performance computing solutions. Companies equipped to provide hardware, installation services, and ongoing maintenance could find a valuable niche in supporting the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Engaging in such tenders not only facilitates potential revenue growth but also enhances a firm's portfolio by collaborating with prominent institutions. Those with experience in similar public procurement contracts and the capacity to meet large-scale technical requirements would be particularly well-positioned to compete.

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Notice Title

RBGKEW/623 Science HPC expansion

Notice Description

Supply of High Performance Computing (HPC) hardware, installation, licensing and maintenance. Contract value is maximum spend for initial 3 year period and inclusive of any further extensions. Awarded via the SUPC framework for Servers, Storage & Solutions National Agreement (SSSNA), Lot 3b OEM Solutions for HPC or DIC.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7b14b472-144e-4586-bbbe-2fe05813683d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4abfd98e-d2cd-4a60-af4a-b75ad8043149
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
28 Oct 2019 - 27 Oct 2024 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
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 3AB
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OCF

Further Information

Notice Documents

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