Tender

546 - Machine Learning Server

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

07 Jan 2021 at 12:58

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by Aston University, located in Birmingham, UK, for the purchase of a high-performance Machine Learning GPU server. This tender, titled "546 - Machine Learning Server," falls under the goods category with a maximum budget of £54,906, including taxes and duties. The procurement method is open, with the tender period closing on 22 January 2021. The contract is set to commence on 1 February 2021 and will run until 31 January 2022.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for technology firms, particularly those specialising in high-performance computing, machine learning, and server technology. Businesses capable of delivering not only the server but also installation, commissioning, and subsequent maintenance services will find this tender particularly advantageous. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project aims to foster innovation and collaboration within Aston University's research community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

546 - Machine Learning Server

Notice Description

Aston University wish to procure 1 x high-performance Machine Learning GPU server for the development of complex deep learning models. This server will make our research more competitive by allowing us to develop and investigate complex models using large volumes of data, bridging the gap between the small-scale prototypes that can be developed using high-specs desktop PCs and the much larger, cloud-based solutions that some mature projects may require. The server will support the development of high-quality research not only on the development of new models, but also in a variety of applications including computer vision, robotics and bioinformatics. It will also facilitate the specific training of doctoral students in the main models and techniques of deep learning. Finally, we intend to use the server to further catalyse collaboration across the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, especially to form links between our Computer Scientists and colleagues applying machine learning in the Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies (AIPT) and the Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI). Aston has a maximum budget of PS54,906 this is including VAT, delivered duty paid (DDP), and all other charges & taxes, delivery, installation, commissioning and acceptance costs where Aston anticipates that a minimum of 12 months parts and labour warranty and a minimum of 36 month servicing and maintenance are included.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdbf3e65-68da-4f98-8c8e-1034831b2784
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48820000 - Servers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

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