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Mary Somerville Data Centre (MSDC) Migration & Heat Rejection Works - Principal Contractor

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has successfully awarded a contract for the Mary Somerville Data Centre (MSDC) Migration & Heat Rejection Works. This project encompasses the relocation of data services from the Advanced Compute Facility at Easter Bush campus to the Mary Somerville Data Centre at Kings Building Campus, including new mechanical and electrical infrastructure. The contract valued at £4,950,795.71 was awarded to FES Support Services Ltd and signed on 31 January 2025. The tender process was initiated via an open procedure and is classified under the industry category 'works'. The procurement falls under the Construction Works and Associated Services Framework (Lot 1.1.4) led by Crown Commercial Services, covering all of Scotland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in mechanical and electrical infrastructure, IT equipment migration, and data centre operations. Large enterprises providing comprehensive construction and data services support would be particularly well-suited to compete in similar tenders. The successful completion of this project at the University of Edinburgh showcases the potential for business growth through participation in significant public infrastructure projects within the educational sector, promoting the expansion of service capabilities and client portfolios.

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Notice Title

Mary Somerville Data Centre (MSDC) Migration & Heat Rejection Works - Principal Contractor

Notice Description

Mary Somerville Data Centre (MSDC) Migration & Heat Rejection Works - Principal Contractor. Relocation of data services, (hosted at the Advanced Compute Facility (ACF), Easter Bush campus), to the Mary Somerville Data Centre (MSDC) at Kings Building Campus. The migration and expansion provides all new mechanical and electrical infrastructure (power and cooling) alongside the migration of IS equipment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh has awarded a call off contract via Crown Commercial Services Framework Agreement RM6088 Construction Works and Associated Services, Lot 1.1.4: Building Works & Minor Associated Civil Engineering Works & Servs-Scotland. Mary Somerville Data Centre (MSDC) Migration & Heat Rejection Works - Principal Contractor. Relocation of data services, (hosted at the Advanced Compute Facility (ACF), Easter Bush campus), to the Mary Somerville Data Centre (MSDC) at Kings Building Campus. The migration and expansion provides all new mechanical and electrical infrastructure (power and cooling) alongside the migration of IS equipment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000795506
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527903
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,950,795 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jan 20251 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 EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mritchi7@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502759

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

FES SUPPORT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527903
    Mary Somerville Data Centre (MSDC) Migration & Heat Rejection Works - Principal Contractor - Mary Somerville Data Centre (MSDC) Migration & Heat Rejection Works - Principal Contractor. Relocation of data services, (hosted at the Advanced Compute Facility (ACF), Easter Bush campus), to the Mary Somerville Data Centre (MSDC) at Kings Building Campus. The migration and expansion provides all new mechanical and electrical infrastructure (power and cooling) alongside the migration of IS equipment.

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