Tender

LU00443 - Supply and installation of Data Centre Equipment

LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Loughborough University is seeking suppliers for the tender titled "LU00443 - Supply and installation of Data Centre Equipment", aimed at enhancing their existing data centre infrastructure. The procurement falls under the classification of data storage services and is located in Leicester, United Kingdom. This is an open procedure tender, currently active, with a submission deadline that expired on 11th September 2015, and the contract period running from 21st September 2015 to 20th September 2018. The university aims to expand its data centre capacity by integrating additional APC branded hot isle containment systems to accommodate more equipment.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses providing data storage solutions and installation services, particularly those with experience in APC equipment and data centre infrastructure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, making it an ideal opportunity for local firms specialising in technology and systems integration. With the tender focused on enhancing critical data services, suppliers with a track record in reliable data centre installations and maintenance will be well-positioned to compete successfully.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LU00443 - Supply and installation of Data Centre Equipment

Notice Description

Loughborough University (subsequently called the University) wishes to expand two APC branded hot isle containment systems (locally referred to as PODs) installed in 2012. The University needs more rack space for additional equipment. The two APC PODs are located one each per Data Centre, about a mile apart on the University campus. Any proposed solution needs to be compatible for physical connection to: existing APC AR3100 racks, an APC ACDC2100 enclosure and APC ACRC301S coolers; and a logical connection with the existing APC StruxureWare monitoring appliance for power consumption, temperature and cooling flow rates etc. Additional information: Bidders are invited to tender for the project via Intend Please use the following link to register: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/loughborouni/ Once you have registered, you will then be able to log in, click on tenders, current then click 'express interest'. Shortly after this you will then be able to download documents relating to the tender you are interested in. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/loughborouni/aspx/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b92fb036-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8707e53-d5d1-4c90-bd22-e0f1853a47d9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72300000 - Data services

72317000 - Data storage services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 2015Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Sep 2015 - 20 Sep 2018 3-4 years
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
LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE11 3TU
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Charnwood
Electoral Ward
Loughborough Ashby
Westminster Constituency
Loughborough

Further Information

Notice Documents

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