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Research Computing Infrastructure, Interim Contract

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is currently engaged in a procurement process for an interim contract titled "Research Computing Infrastructure." This tender falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on the supply of complex and large-scale research computing and data storage infrastructure components. The contract, valued at £12,000,000, is being executed at the University's location in Penicuik, Scotland. With a duration of 360 days, this procurement is in the Award stage, having been signed on 27th August 2020. This tender is a crucial response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring continued access to necessary technological resources.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses in the IT and data management sectors, particularly those specialising in research computing solutions. Companies that can offer scalable, reliable infrastructure and support are well-suited to compete for this contract. As the successful supplier, Esteem Systems Limited, demonstrates, there is a demand for experienced providers in this field, making it an ideal time for similar companies to consider engaging with the University of Edinburgh to expand their business prospects in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research Computing Infrastructure, Interim Contract

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

Extension of agreement to maintain the existing ability of the University to flexibly and reliably source complex and large scale research computing and data storage infrastructure components during the disruption and uncertainty caused by the events around COVID-19.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000629773
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT396643
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48800000 - Information systems and servers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mark.eardley@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502508

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ESTEEM SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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