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IT Data Centre Servicing & Maintenance - University of Aberdeen

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen is seeking a single supplier for the IT Data Centre Servicing and Maintenance project located on its Old Aberdeen campus, specifically in the Edward Wright Building. This tender process, initiated on 28 May 2019 and awarded on 29 July 2019, is classified under the education sector and features an open procurement method. The contract is valued at £69,000 and includes provisions for the upkeep of the freecool evaporative cooling system, fire suppression systems, and UPS equipment. For interested suppliers, the deadline for bid submissions was set for 18 June 2019 at 12:00 PM.

This procurement opportunity is well-suited for businesses specialising in IT maintenance, data centre management, and technical support services. Companies with expertise in managing complex cooling and fire systems, especially those with experience working with educational institutions or similar public sector bodies, will find potential for growth through this contract. Engaging in this tender can help build lasting relationships with the University of Aberdeen and associated educational entities in North-East Scotland, providing avenues for future collaborations.

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Notice Title

IT Data Centre Servicing & Maintenance - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

AWARD NOTICE - The University of Aberdeen Data Centre is located in the Edward Wright Building on the Old Aberdeen campus. The Data Centre was refurbished in 2013 to create a Shared Services data centre facility for three North-East Scotland education institutions: University of Aberdeen, North-East Scotland College and Robert Gordon University. The University of Aberdeen are looking to appoint a single supplier for the support, servicing and maintenance of the following elements within our IT data centre. - Freecool Evaporative Cooling system - VESDA Fire suppression and fire alarm - APC Symettra PX250 UPS - APC Structureware Expert / Netbotz Monitoring systems

Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARD NOTICE - The University of Aberdeen Data Centre is located in the Edward Wright Building on the Old Aberdeen campus. The Data Centre was refurbished in 2013 to create a Shared Services data centre facility for three North-East Scotland education institutions: University of Aberdeen, North-East Scotland College and Robert Gordon University. The University of Aberdeen are looking to appoint a single supplier for the support, servicing and maintenance of the following elements within our IT data centre. - Freecool Evaporative Cooling system - VESDA Fire suppression and fire alarm - APC Symettra PX250 UPS - APC Structureware Expert / Netbotz Monitoring systems

Renewal: The contract will be for 1 year in the first instance with 2 optional extensions, each of 1 year, subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000585190
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL361802
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50312310 - Maintenance of data network equipment

50312600 - Maintenance and repair of information technology equipment

50312610 - Maintenance of information technology equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£69,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20196 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

WORKSPACE TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY355314
    IT Data Centre Servicing & Maintenance - University of Aberdeen - The University of Aberdeen Data Centre is located in the Edward Wright Building on the Old Aberdeen campus. The Data Centre was refurbished in 2013 to create a Shared Services data centre facility for three North-East Scotland education institutions: University of Aberdeen, North-East Scotland College and Robert Gordon University. The University of Aberdeen are looking to appoint a single supplier for the support, servicing and maintenance of the following elements within our IT data centre. - Freecool Evaporative Cooling system - VESDA Fire suppression and fire alarm - APC Symettra PX250 UPS - APC Structureware Expert / Netbotz Monitoring systems
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL361802
    IT Data Centre Servicing & Maintenance - University of Aberdeen - AWARD NOTICE - The University of Aberdeen Data Centre is located in the Edward Wright Building on the Old Aberdeen campus. The Data Centre was refurbished in 2013 to create a Shared Services data centre facility for three North-East Scotland education institutions: University of Aberdeen, North-East Scotland College and Robert Gordon University. The University of Aberdeen are looking to appoint a single supplier for the support, servicing and maintenance of the following elements within our IT data centre. - Freecool Evaporative Cooling system - VESDA Fire suppression and fire alarm - APC Symettra PX250 UPS - APC Structureware Expert / Netbotz Monitoring systems

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