Award

APC Symmetra Battery Replacement

DURHAM UNIVERSITY

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Award

03 Oct 2018 at 14:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Durham University, seeking a full battery replacement for two APC Symmetra PX500 UPS units utilised at the Arthur Holmes 1 datacentre. This procurement is categorised under goods, specifically for batteries, with a total value of £58,780. The procurement method was a limited process, employing competitive quotations, and was completed within its tender period, which ended on 14 September 2018. The awarded contract commenced on 24 September 2018 and is scheduled to conclude on 31 December 2018, with the contract notice published on 3 October 2018.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for companies engaged in the supply of battery technology and related services, particularly those capable of providing high-quality products for critical infrastructure. Suppliers, especially those experienced in providing solutions for electronic equipment and data centres, would be well-suited to engage in future tenders from Durham University or similar institutions. With such contracts, businesses can not only secure a stable revenue stream but also enhance their reputation within the academic and technology sectors.

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Notice Title

APC Symmetra Battery Replacement

Notice Description

Full Battery replacement of the 2 APC Symmetra PX500 UPS units that provide cover for the Arthur Holmes 1 datacentre.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-edc9e879-fcbc-4cee-888f-0cff1aed24ab
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d2ed513-af49-41ba-8ea0-242d5269b6ef
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31440000 - Batteries

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£58,780 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£58,780 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
23 Sep 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 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
DURHAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

ADVANCED POWER TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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