Award

Supply of IT Hardware for a computer cluster refresh at the University of Birmingham

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Award

04 Feb 2022 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves a tender initiated by the University of Birmingham, which is seeking to supply IT hardware for a computer cluster refresh. This initiative falls under the goods category, specifically classified as computer equipment and supplies. The tender was awarded to CDW LIMITED with an active status as of 14 December 2021, and the contract period extends from 14 December 2021 to 25 January 2022. The value of the awarded contract is £72,028.80, and it was issued through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The delivery location is Birmingham, England (postcode B15 2TT).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of IT hardware and related services, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) given the suitability noted in the procurement documentation. Companies that specialise in computer equipment, hardware supplies, and technology solutions would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging in such procurement processes can help businesses expand their client base, especially within the education sector.

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Notice Title

Supply of IT Hardware for a computer cluster refresh at the University of Birmingham

Notice Description

Supply of IT Hardware for a computer cluster refresh at the University of Birmingham. Made as a call off to FRAM445/19

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-98ddc920-8c8b-4bfa-9c89-f3576074dc11
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbc65664-287a-4dec-accc-9bb31d4fa64f
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

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
£86,434 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£72,028 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
14 Dec 2021 - 25 Jan 2022 1-6 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
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
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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