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title: "Server for Genomics Datasets Processing"
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# Server for Genomics Datasets Processing

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0ce02c59-df84-41bf-ab7a-7d8f6999e80a

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has awarded a contract to DELL CORPORATION LTD for the procurement of a server for processing genomics datasets. The contract, valued at £41,253.11 GBP, was tendered through a selective procurement method as a call-off from the Servers, Storage and Solutions National Agreement. The tender period ended on August 7, 2023, with a contract period starting on August 28, 2023, and ending on September 5, 2028. The server is intended for use in the South East region of the United Kingdom for interactive processing of large genomics datasets requiring significant RAM and dedicated GPUs.

This tender opportunity, issued by the University of Bristol, presents a business growth opportunity for suppliers of computer servers and related hardware solutions. Companies specialising in server manufacturing and deployment, particularly those with capabilities in providing dedicated hardware for genomics data processing, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The contract, with a focus on goods procurement, signals a demand for specialised server equipment within the genomics research sector, providing a niche market for suppliers to explore and potentially expand their business.

## Notice

Call-off from Framwork Servers, Storage and Solutions National Agreement (SSSNA) Ref: 581593-2021 Lot 1 Servers Dedicated hardware required for interactive processing large genomics datasets. Requires a large amount of RAM and dedicated GPUs. Requirement is for a physical server hosted on-campus.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/627d12c0-5c06-443f-978b-d6687aa1db77 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Aug 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | 27 Aug 2023 - 5 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,253 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £41,253 |
| 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 BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DELL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48822000 - Computer servers

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2023 at 11:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/627d12c0-5c06-443f-978b-d6687aa1db77

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/627d12c0-5c06-443f-978b-d6687aa1db77
  18th September 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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