Award

Server Support (Tape Library)

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

01 May 2026 at 10:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for server support, specifically targeting a Tape Library, has been concluded with an award notice. This award under the NHS Digital Workplace Solutions 2 Framework (SBS10510) is managed by UK Shared Business Services Limited on behalf of UK Research and Innovation. The procurement falls under the 'Servers' and 'System and support services' industry categories, with a focus on the delivery location in the United Kingdom. The process was conducted through a direct procurement method, described as a single tender action below the threshold. The award was issued on 1st May 2026, with the contract starting on 13th April 2026 and running until 12th April 2027.

This procurement presents business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability requirements. Although the awarded contract is complete with a large supplier, CDW Limited, businesses in the IT services and server management sectors could prepare for future similar tenders by leveraging this framework. Engaging with the NHS Digital Workplace Solutions and establishing a presence within relevant frameworks can position businesses favourably for subsequent opportunities where similar technical support and server-related expertise are required.

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Notice Title

Server Support (Tape Library)

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded as a direct award under the NHS Digital Workplace Solutions 2 (SBS10510) Framework Agreement. UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for server support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d2f9b040-624b-41c8-91ec-937740ae0afe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fcd0115-8227-4398-8c36-bfcc90645645
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48820000 - Servers

72250000 - System and support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,123 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£31,123 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2027 6-12 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CDW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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