Award

Bulk storage replacement

UK BIOBANK LTD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

01 Nov 2023 at 15:01

Tender

22 May 2023 at 14:09

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Biobank Ltd has completed the tender process for a procurement titled "Bulk storage replacement" within the computer-related equipment industry category. The procurement involves the replacement of a Petabyte level storage system, with an estimated value ranging from 450,000 to 550,000 GBP for the initial purchase. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the main procurement category is goods. The procurement stage is complete, and the tender has been awarded to Define Tech Ltd. The contract value awarded is 572,000 GBP, signed on 1st November 2023.

This tender by UK Biobank Ltd presents opportunities for businesses specialising in computer-related equipment and storage solutions. Companies capable of providing standalone storage systems with large data capacity and meeting specific operational standards are well-suited to compete. The procurement offers a chance for growth and collaboration in the goods sector. Interested businesses are advised to review the contract details and the requirements provided by UK Biobank Ltd to identify potential partnership opportunities and enhance their business growth prospects.

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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. Whilst the appliances have performed well, they are approaching end-of-life and need to be replaced. Consequently, UKBB is seeking to procure a new set of storage systems capable of hosting the repository for at least the next 5 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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.

Options: UKBB are considering two design options. The first option is to purchase two new systems only, with one system hosting a master copy of the data and the other handling download requests. The second option is to purchase three new systems and replicate the existing configuration. UKBB reserves the right to decide the number of systems that will be purchased.

Renewal: Support service contracts may be extended for a further 2 years if required

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03ce50
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032335-2023
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

30233100 - Computer storage units

51611100 - Hardware installation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Nov 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK BIOBANK LTD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@ukbiobank.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1614755386

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
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West, TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC

Local Authority
Stockport
Electoral Ward
Davenport & Cale Green
Westminster Constituency
Stockport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEFINE TECH

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