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GPU Server

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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10 Feb 2026 at 12:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "GPU Server" was initiated by the University of Exeter, a public undertaking located in Exeter, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the industry category of "Computer equipment and supplies." The tender reached the award stage with the contract being marked as complete. The direct procurement method was utilised, classified as below threshold and without competition. The procurement aimed at acquiring key components including Processor (CPU), SSD Drive, and Motherboard. The contract was awarded to Pc Specialist Ltd and was active from 3rd September 2025 until 2nd September 2026, with a gross value of £30,305 GBP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in computer hardware and supplies to engage with academic institutions such as the University of Exeter. Suitable businesses might include medium-sized enterprises with capabilities in assembling or supplying computer hardware systems and components. Such projects can expand business portfolios, provide a steady revenue stream over the contract period, and establish long-term relationships with buyers in the educational sector. Companies like Pc Specialist Ltd, which are experienced in fulfilling similar contracts, may find such opportunities advantageous for further growth and market positioning.

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Notice Title

GPU Server

Notice Description

Processor (CPU), SSD Drive, Motherboard

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064c7b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011856-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,305 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
3 Sep 2025 - 2 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-operations@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PC SPECIALIST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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