Award of Server Replacement for School of Science and Engineering

GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow Caledonian University has completed the procurement process titled "Award of Server Replacement for School of Science and Engineering," under the project ID JUN557701. The contract, awarded on 16th April 2026, is valued at GBP 187,005 and involves Lenovo as the supplier. This procurement, part of the education industry category, was conducted using an open procedure, focusing on goods delivery. The project includes a complete server hardware refresh to enhance the university's infrastructure at its location in Glasgow. The process has moved from the award stage into an active contract.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT hardware and solutions, particularly those capable of replacing and upgrading server infrastructure. Larger enterprises, such as Lenovo, have successfully competed for this contract, suggesting that businesses with robust delivery capabilities and competitive pricing structures in server provision stand well-suited to participate in similar future procurements. Such contracts can catalyse business growth through engagement in public sector projects, fostering long-term partnerships with educational institutions like Glasgow Caledonian University.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award of Server Replacement for School of Science and Engineering

Notice Description

Server Replacement for School of Science and Engineering

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University identified a requirement for a Server Hardware Refresh for the School of Science and Engineering. The project involves the procurement of new server units to replace existing infrastructure.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834300
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557701
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48820000 - Servers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£187,005 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 20262 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
GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0BA
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
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LENOVO

Further Information

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