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National Compute and Associated Hardware Requirements

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority has completed the award stage for their procurement process titled "National Compute and Associated Hardware Requirements." This initiative falls under the Public Order and Safety industry category and aims to replace the existing Cisco UCS M5 Blade Server and Cisco MDS SAN Switch estate. The procurement method followed was an open procedure, signifying a transparent competitive bidding environment. The contract, signed on 6th February 2026, is valued at £2,999,999. The project will be primarily delivered in the Glasgow region, UKM, with provisions for updating the compute requirements as necessary throughout the contract period.

This procurement contract provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in technology hardware and services. With the contract awarded to Akhter Computers Limited, a small or medium-sized enterprise, the process highlights opportunities for similar-sized firms specialising in computing hardware to collaborate or compete in future tenders. Companies that offer advanced technology solutions, server maintenance, or SAN switch replacements would be well-positioned to contribute or expand in this area. Participating in similar procurement opportunities aids business diversification and adaptation to new technological demands within public safety sectors.

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Notice Title

National Compute and Associated Hardware Requirements

Notice Description

The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") has awarded a multi-year Contract to assist with the replacement of our existing Cisco UCS M5 Blade Server and Cisco MDS SAN Switch estate.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") has awarded a multi-year Contract to assist with the replacement of our existing Cisco UCS M5 Blade Server and Cisco MDS SAN Switch estate.

Options: The Compute Requirements is non-exhaustive and additional requirements may be placed throughout the Call-Off Contract period that may be necessary for any upgrades and replacement purposes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000824477
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550163
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,999,999 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Feb 20261 months 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
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G40 4EH
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
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Calton
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AKHTER COMPUTERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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