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11 Jun 2026 at 09:52

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is conducting a public procurement process titled "UOEUE2783262026" for the renewal of DDN Storage maintenance for the ISCA facility, located in Exeter, United Kingdom. This process falls under the "services" category, specifically focusing on the maintenance of information technology equipment. The procurement stage is complete, having been awarded to Ocf Plc on 6th May 2026, with the contract spanning from 7th May 2026 to 6th May 2027. The procurement method used was direct, characterised by "Below threshold - without competition," indicating a streamlined approach without open competition.

This tender represents substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in maintenance and management of IT infrastructure. Businesses similar to Ocf Plc, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of handling IT equipment maintenance, are well-suited for such contracts. Engaging in such projects can enhance an SME’s portfolio and provide exposure to public sector clients, potentially opening doors for future direct contracts or larger competitive tender processes.

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Notice Title

UOEUE2783262026

Notice Description

DDN Storage maintenance renewal 26/27 extension for ISCA

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b28b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055058-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50312610 - Maintenance of information technology equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£42,182 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
7 May 2026 - 6 May 2027 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
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

OCF

Further Information

Notice Documents

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