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Isilon Storage

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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02 Jul 2025 at 09:04

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton has completed the procurement process for Isilon Storage, securing a contract within the data-processing machines industry category. This procurement utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract covers a project based in Southampton, England, with the delivery location specified in postal code SO17 1BJ. The procurement stage has transitioned to the award phase, with the contract period spanning from 1st July 2025 to 22nd August 2025. The contract value was set at £238,034 GBP.

This procurement project presents an opportunity for large-scale businesses, particularly those specialising in data processing equipment, as the awarded supplier is Dell Corporation Limited. While the process does not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs, businesses capable of fulfilling such sizable contracts can benefit from engaging in similar tenders through established framework agreements. This award reflects the continuing demand for scalable data storage solutions within educational institutions, offering a lucrative avenue for suitably equipped and experienced suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Isilon Storage

Notice Description

The University of Southampton would like to procure Isilon Storage.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7d624172-8482-4f83-998d-f2ffafb2190c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c58a581-911a-4548-9423-3b64b2b616ba
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
£238,034 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£238,034 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20257 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 22 Aug 2025 1-6 months
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
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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