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Local and Network Cabinet UPS Provision (GCU)

Glasgow Caledonian University

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22 Jul 2026 at 01:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow Caledonian University bought local and network cabinet uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units for its Glasgow campus estate. The equipment supports data centre equipment and power supply switches or distribution equipment in key data cabinets. It protects critical systems against power surges, spikes and limited power outages. The requirement also reflects the routine replacement of UPS units as batteries and controller circuits deteriorate through use. This is a goods supply requirement for a university buyer, covering equipment used in operational IT infrastructure rather than general electrical works. The relevant classification is CPV 31154000, covering uninterruptible power supplies. Delivery and use are associated with the university’s campus in Glasgow.

This procurement is complete and has been awarded through an open procedure under the NEUPC Networking – HE, Supply & Services framework, HENSS 2, network equipment lot. Glasgow Caledonian University awarded the requirement to Insight Direct (UK) Ltd. One bid was recorded, submitted electronically by a non-SME supplier. The contract is active, was signed on 16 March 2026, and has a value of £72,219.96. The award covered one lot for UPS units supporting data centre equipment and network cabinets. The published outcome identifies the selected supplier and confirms that the procurement has moved beyond tendering into contract delivery. The requirement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement.

This award demonstrates demand from a higher-education organisation for dependable UPS equipment supporting campus data centres and network cabinets. Suppliers considering comparable work for Glasgow Caledonian University would need to provide suitable UPS units, understand power protection for critical IT infrastructure, and support replacement programmes driven by battery and controller deterioration. Credibility would come from evidence of supplying equipment for data rooms, communications networks or similarly sensitive environments, with the capacity to cover both local cabinet and wider network requirements. A strong competitor would also need reliable product sourcing, practical delivery arrangements, and the technical understanding to match equipment to existing switches, distribution systems and other critical infrastructure.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Local and Network Cabinet UPS Provision (GCU)

Notice Description

UPS units are essential for supporting data centre equipment and powering supply switches/distribution in key data cabinets across the campus estate. They protect critical systems from power surges, spikes, and limited outages. These units require routine replacement, as battery performance and the controller circuit naturally deteriorate over time.

Lot Information

Lot 1

UPS units are essential for supporting data centre equipment and powering supply switches/distribution in key data cabinets across the campus estate. They protect critical systems from power surges, spikes, and limited outages. These units require routine replacement, as battery performance and the controller circuit naturally deteriorate over time.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838109
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560681
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

31154000 - Uninterruptible power supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£72,219 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
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
Glasgow Caledonian University
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0BA
Postcode Area
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

Insight Direct (UK) Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560681
    Local and Network Cabinet UPS Provision (GCU) - UPS units are essential for supporting data centre equipment and powering supply switches/distribution in key data cabinets across the campus estate. They protect critical systems from power surges, spikes, and limited outages. These units require routine replacement, as battery performance and the controller circuit naturally deteriorate over time.

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