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NVIDIA GPU Computer Cluster

DURHAM UNIVERSITY

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28 Jun 2019 at 15:49

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Summary of the contracting process

Durham University has completed a procurement process for an NVIDIA GPU Computer Cluster to enhance its research capabilities. This procurement, classified under the industry category of computer equipment and supplies, involved a competitive quotation method and was valued at £63,200. The tender period concluded on 31st May 2019, and the contract subsequently commenced on 11th June 2019, with a scheduled end date of 31st July 2019. The procurement took place in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the technology and computer equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in GPU computing solutions. Companies capable of delivering high-performance computing equipment and related services would be well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Engaging with Durham University and similar academic institutions can drive innovation and growth in the tech industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NVIDIA GPU Computer Cluster

Notice Description

To support our current research and future projects and growth, we are looking to expand our GPU computing cluster.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9850586a-eef8-4cf0-a9f2-8788274ee475
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/956898d4-f290-41d3-9378-6a811105ba6b
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
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

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£63,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20196 years ago
Contract Period
10 Jun 2019 - 31 Jul 2019 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
DURHAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Steven Carter
Contact Email
procurement.office@durham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0191 3344553

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 3LE
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Durham South
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NOVATECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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