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Call-Off Contract for the supply of High Performance Computing - Contract Variation

UK FUSION ENERGY LTD

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Summary of the contracting process

UK Fusion Energy Ltd, operating under the name UKIFS, has initiated a procurement process under the Southern University Purchasing Consortium (SUPC) framework, focusing on the supply of high performance computing goods. The contracting process involves a Call-Off Contract, awarded to Boxxe Limited and Dell Technologies, and encompasses the construction, delivery, and installation of a self-contained modular data centre equipped with high performance computing racks, to meet UKIFS's computing needs. The procurement process followed a limited award procedure without prior publication, leveraging the SUPC HPC framework. The contract includes additional storage and installation equipment, reflecting an increase in equipment volume as UKIFS further developed its understanding of requirements. The modular data centre will be situated at the UKIFS West Burton site, with delivery addresses spanning multiple regions across the United Kingdom. Notably, the award decision was updated on 24th March 2026, with the contract period concluding on 31st March 2026.

This tender presents robust business growth opportunities for companies specialising in high-performance computing and data-intensive solutions. The procurement process creates a demand for manufacturers capable of delivering integrated solutions, encompassing servers, storage, networking, solution software, and deployment services. Boxxe Limited, a large-scale supplier, has been actively involved in this contractual engagement as a nominated reseller of Dell Technologies, offering extensive collaboration opportunities for businesses in IT infrastructure, modular data centre construction, and long-term maintenance services. The framework encourages competition based on technical and quality criteria, providing incentives for specialised businesses to showcase their high-tech capabilities and secure partnerships with established entities like UKIFS.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Call-Off Contract for the supply of High Performance Computing - Contract Variation

Notice Description

The installation and delivery of a Modular Data Centre and enclosed IT infrastructure, consisting of CPU and GPU nodes. This service also includes long-term support and maintenance of the facility.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The supply (construction, delivery and installation) of a self-contained modular data centre. The unit contains high performance computing (HPC) racks used for processing UKIFS's computing needs. The modification included additional storage equipment, additional installation equipment and equipment needed for the successful installation of the updated MDC.

Procurement Information

This procurement process followed the SUPC HPC framework buying procedure. With the call-off contract awarded to the highest scoring supplier from the original competition (ending September 2025). Following this, Dell Technologies leveraged its nominated reseller: Boxxe Limited, in compliance with the framework approach who directly contracted with UKIFS. This was not published as no competitive process was run.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fa5f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026969-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)

44211100 - Modular and portable buildings

48820000 - Servers

48822000 - Computer servers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£16,775,384 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20259 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK FUSION ENERGY LTD
Additional Buyers

UK INDUSTRIAL FUSION SOLUTIONS LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABINGDON
Postcode
OX14 3DB
Postcode Area
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Sandford & the Wittenhams
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Boxxe Limited

Further Information

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