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Mini Competition Phase 1 Replacement High Performance Computer

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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22 Dec 2017 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde, located in Glasgow, has recently completed a procurement process for the "Mini Competition Phase 1 Replacement High Performance Computer" under an open procedure. This procurement project, classified under the goods category, was initiated to replace a high-performance computer for research purposes and was signed on 1 December 2017. The project involved two bids, all submitted electronically and within the related lot for the installation and commissioning of the computer, which serves researchers across various departments. The awarded contract is valued at £715,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the IT and computer hardware sectors, particularly those specialising in high-performance computing solutions. Companies that have experience in delivering complex systems, providing ongoing software support, or expanding technological infrastructure would be well-positioned to compete for future tenders of this nature. The ability to demonstrate expertise in high-performance computing installations and related services will be crucial for potential suppliers looking to engage with the University of Strathclyde or similar institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mini Competition Phase 1 Replacement High Performance Computer

Notice Description

Replacement High Performance Computer for research.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The installation and commissioning of a High Performance Computer for use by researchers from every department across the Faculties of Science & Engineering and recent expressions of interest from the department of Psychology. This is a further competition from the SUPC SSSNA framework agreement.

Options: The University reserves the right to request additional deliveries by the Successful Tenderer either intended as expansion to the system, ad hoc software support or provision of supplies. The University may at its sole discretion exercise this option.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000521158
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC305100
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

30211100 - Super computer

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£715,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20178 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Denise Kyle
Contact Email
denise.kyle@strath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1QE
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OCF

Further Information

Notice Documents

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