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Bulk Storage Replacement

UK BIOBANK LTD

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Award

06 Mar 2024 at 14:56

Award Notice
Tender

22 May 2023 at 14:26

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Biobank Ltd is looking to replace its existing Petabyte level storage system through a tender titled "Bulk Storage Replacement." The system consists of three identical DDN EXAScaler appliances in different locations. The proposed solution must offer a minimum usable capacity of 1.5 Petabytes per system. The procurement stage is in its award phase with a contract period starting on 25th August 2023 and ending on 30th November 2028. The contract value for the initial purchase could range from 450,000 to 550,000 GBP.

This opportunity to bid on the Bulk Storage Replacement tender by UK Biobank Ltd is suitable for businesses in the computer-related equipment industry. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly appealing. The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold, presenting a chance for eligible businesses to compete and potentially secure a contract valued between 850,000 and 900,000 GBP over a five-year period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bulk Storage Replacement

Notice Description

UK Biobank ('UKBB') is issuing this tender to invite Bids for a replacement to its existing Petabyte level storage system. The system hosts a data repository and consists of three identical DDN EXAScaler appliances, each sited in a different location. The proposed solution must consist of identical, standalone systems. The ability of the systems to store a large volume of data is essential. Whilst most files comprising the data are typically a few hundred MB in size, the total number of files mean each system must offer a minimum usable capacity of 1.5 Petabytes. Whilst the performance demands on the systems will not be high, the systems must meet certain criteria in respect of size, connectivity, and operational standards. In particular, each system must be no more than 20U in height and fit into a standard rack with an external width of 60cm and external depth of 120cm deep. The systems should be easy to use and include features that allow for file recovery, event notification, and reporting. The existing appliances are covered by support until 30 November 2023. Consequently, all purchased systems need to be installed, commissioned, and handed over to UKBB in advance of this date. Following installation and commissioning, a 5-year service support contract is required for each of the systems. UK Biobank reserves the right to discontinue or delay the procurement process and may decide not to award a contract as a result of this call for competition. UK Biobank shall not be liable for any costs or expenses incurred by any organisation in considering and/or responding to the procurement process. UK Biobank has obligations under the UK General Data Protection Regulation and to its stakeholders to ensure that its information is stored, transmitted and processed securely, with appropriate organisational and technical measures in place. UK Biobank must also take reasonable steps to ensure that information it shares continues to be protected with adequate security. These requirements represent a generic level of security standards for data storage, retrieval and usage that suppliers and partners of UK Biobank must comply with. The estimated contract value for the initial purchase of 1 system may be in the range of 450,000 - 550,000 GBP, but it is not possible to provide an overall maximum estimated value for the contract. However, based on the initial purchase above, and whilst recognising the value may vary, the overall maximum value for the purchase of 1 system if the contract lasts for the full 5 year period could be in the range of 850,000 - 900,000 GBP. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY166508

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bfb15132-97a8-46ab-a5b4-01e880197d5a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fa22353-3a22-4943-8db5-b4b249be7cd2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£572,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2023 - 1 Nov 2028 Over 5 years
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
UK BIOBANK LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOCKPORT
Postcode
SK3 0SA
Post Town
Stockport
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD35 Greater Manchester South East
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Stockport
Electoral Ward
Davenport & Cale Green
Westminster Constituency
Stockport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEFINE TECH

Further Information

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