Tender

Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for the University of Sunderland

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland is looking to appoint a Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for a contract from November 2024 to November 2027, with the possibility of 2 one-year extensions. The anticipated value of the Services is approximately £4,166,666 excluding VAT. The closing date for submissions is 19 April 2024 at 12 noon. This procurement opportunity falls under the IT services category and is located in Sunderland, North East, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses engaged in IT services, consulting, software development, internet, and support to compete for a significant contract with the University of Sunderland. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to bid for this contract. By expressing interest through InTend, businesses can access all relevant tender documents and essential information. The contract period is from November 2024 to November 2027, with potential extensions, offering a stable opportunity for selected businesses to grow and establish long-term partnerships with the University.

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Notice Title

Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for the University of Sunderland

Notice Description

The University of Sunderland and its subsidiaries are looking to appoint a Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider, commencing November 2024 to November 2027 (with up to 2 x 1-year extensions taking it to a possible November 2029 contract). The anticipated value of the Services is approximately PS4,166,666 excluding VAT. For the purpose of this tender award and any subsequent services which may be connected with the original award, we reserve the right to spend a further 50% (up to PS6,250,000 excluding VAT) of the anticipated spend subject to changes in University requirements or changes to legislation. There are no guarantees on spend levels. By expressing your interest in the tender through InTend you will be given access to all the tender documents which outline the requirements and relevant dates, essential information, and what is required. Closing date for submission of tenders responses is - 12 noon - 19 April 2024 Additional information: Expressions of interest and tender documents are available via In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f259ad89-70b8-4fda-9bbe-d68758bb6172
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b854da-3516-488a-8f36-d20ad43c1dcc
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72222300 - Information technology services

72253200 - Systems support services

72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software

72611000 - Technical computer support services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Nov 2024 - 28 Nov 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

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