Award

Aruba Switches

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

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Summary of the contracting process

The tender titled "Aruba Switches" was initiated by the University of Aberdeen, a public sector organisation located in Aberdeen, UK. This procurement process falls under the goods category, specifically for IT peripherals, and was conducted through an open procedure. The contract worth £72,500 was signed on 17th May 2018, following a complete award process. The relevant lot included Aruba switches and accessories, which were procured under the Scottish Government Framework SP-17-021.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT equipment and services sector, particularly those specialising in networking solutions and computer peripherals. Companies that can supply Aruba switches or similar products, especially those familiar with government procurement processes, would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, with only one bid submitted, this tender highlights a potentially low-competition environment, making it an accessible entry point for suppliers looking to expand their public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Aruba Switches

Notice Description

Aruba Switches and accessories

Lot Information

Lot 1

Aruba Switches and accessories. Direct Call off from Scottish Government Framework SP-17-021 - National IT Peripherals.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000543297
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319351
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

30236000 - Miscellaneous computer equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£72,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20187 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
e-sourcing@abdn.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1224274467

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 3FX
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMPUTACENTER

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