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Award of contract for Server hardware and support refresh - University of Aberdeen

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

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02 Jun 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen has awarded a contract under the Jisc framework for Network Solutions focused on refreshing server hardware and support, including maintenance of corporate DNS, DHCP, IPAM servers and DNS threat protection. This procurement falls under the Education category and is situated in Aberdeen, UK. The process was carried out via an open procedure and reached the award stage on 28th May 2026. The contract, valued at £241,026, signifies a direct award to the top-ranked supplier, IP Performance, as per the framework guidelines. Key procurement activities have concluded, indicating the completion of the tender process.

This contract offers an opportunity for businesses specialised in IT support, particularly those with expertise in network solutions and server hardware, to align with public sector needs. Firms possessing the ability to deliver comprehensive maintenance and threat protection for network servers will find this market sector highly promising. The procurement method favoured small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), reflecting a supportive environment for smaller firms to expand their footprint in the domain of educational institution IT infrastructure management. Businesses with capacity to fulfil similar contracts can consider positioning themselves for future opportunities with the University of Aberdeen and similar institutions using established procurement frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Award of contract for Server hardware and support refresh - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

Hardware refresh of our corporate DNS, DHCP and IPAM server maintenance and DNS threat protection. Direct award to top ranked supplier in accordance with Jisc framework for Network Solutions

Lot Information

Lot 1

Hardware refresh of our corporate DNS, DHCP and IPAM server maintenance and DNS threat protection. Direct award to top ranked supplier in accordance with Jisc framework for Network Solutions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000833536
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557098
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£241,026 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20261 weeks 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

IP PERFORMANCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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