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title: "Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for the University of Sunderland - AWARD"
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# Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for the University of Sunderland - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-01bdace0-1800-4f1d-a78d-1b25dbd9a435

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland, through a tender process, has awarded a contract for Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider starting from November 2024 to November 2027, with extension possibilities until November 2029. The procurement falls under IT services and involves an anticipated value of approximately £4,166,666, with a potential additional spend of up to £6,250,000. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the closing date for tender submissions was 19th April 2024.

This opportunity presents a chance for businesses in the IT services industry, specifically those offering consulting, software development, and technical support services, to engage with the University of Sunderland. Small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate, and the chosen provider, ANS Group, stands to benefit from a lucrative contract period spanning three years with the possibility of extension. Businesses interested in this opportunity should align their offerings with the University's requirements and submit their tenders before the specified deadline.

## Notice

The University of Sunderland and its subsidiaries are looking to appoint a Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider, commencing November 2024 to November 2027 (with up to 2 x 1-year extensions taking it to a possible November 2029 contract). The anticipated value of the Services is approximately PS4,166,666 excluding VAT. For the purpose of this tender award and any subsequent services which may be connected with the original award, we reserve the right to spend a further 50% (up to PS6,250,000 excluding VAT) of the anticipated spend subject to changes in University requirements or changes to legislation. There are no guarantees on spend levels. By expressing your interest in the tender through InTend you will be given access to all the tender documents which outline the requirements and relevant dates, essential information, and what is required. Closing date for submission of tenders responses is - 12 noon - 19 April 2024

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85801695-67b9-4cb8-aac1-b37e0088fe2e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 May 2024 |
| Contract period | 29 Nov 2024 - 28 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,250,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ANS GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72222300 - Information technology services
- 72253200 - Systems support services
- 72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software
- 72611000 - Technical computer support services

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2024 at 09:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85801695-67b9-4cb8-aac1-b37e0088fe2e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85801695-67b9-4cb8-aac1-b37e0088fe2e
  25th June 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/finance/sections/procurement/

## Provenance

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