--- title: "Data Centre" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-162703b6-7f7a-4a51-b9b6-2dadb496b66a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-162703b6-7f7a-4a51-b9b6-2dadb496b66a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-162703b6-7f7a-4a51-b9b6-2dadb496b66a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-162703b6-7f7a-4a51-b9b6-2dadb496b66a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THURROCK COUNCIL" published: "2018-08-07" --- # Data Centre Buyer: THURROCK COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-162703b6-7f7a-4a51-b9b6-2dadb496b66a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-162703b6-7f7a-4a51-b9b6-2dadb496b66a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-162703b6-7f7a-4a51-b9b6-2dadb496b66a.json) ## Summary Thurrock Council is seeking an experienced provider for the design and implementation of a new data centre at an existing operational site the project will be executed in two phases, commencing with design and construction followed by a maintenance period of five years thereafter. The tender is classified under IT services and will predominantly involve works related to consulting, software development, and support. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the tender period will close on 10 September 2018, with the contract anticipated to start on 1 October 2018 and end on 30 September 2024. Interested parties are advised to register on the In-Tend platform to access further documentation and express their interest. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in data centre design, construction, and operational maintenance. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is tailored to foster competition and inclusivity. Companies capable of providing innovative solutions for infrastructure development and offering reliable support services during the transition and maintenance phases would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. ## Notice The Council wishes to procure a competent and experienced provider for the design and delivery, including all preparatory works and post-acceptance planned preventative maintenance of a new data centre at an existing operational location within the known limitations of a single back-up generator and single mains supply. The Project is divided into 2 phases: Phase 1 - comprises the design, build and testing (including acceptance testing) of new on-premises data centre. This will include site clearance, area preparation and deployment of new systems; as well as training of Employer staff (Council) and increased support during the ICT equipment transition/relocation. This will also include the evaluation of existing critical and essential power loadings and outlining a scope of works required for the decommissioning and uninstallation of the existing ICT Server room. Phase 2 - comprises the Planned Preventative and reactive maintenance services and emergency call-out services over a period of 5 years from the end of Phase 1. Additional information: Please register on In-Tend to view and download documents and express an interest Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Aug 2018 | | Submission deadline | 10 Sep 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THURROCK COUNCIL | | Locality | ESSEX | | Post town | Romford | | Postcode | RM17 6SL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH32 Thurrock | | Local authority | Thurrock | | Electoral ward | Grays Riverside | | Westminster constituency | Thurrock | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 7 Aug 2018 at 13:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea - 7 Aug 2018 at 13:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea - 7 Aug 2018 at 13:14 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea - 7 Aug 2018 at 13:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea - 7 Aug 2018 at 13:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea - 7 Aug 2018 at 13:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea - 7 Aug 2018 at 13:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea - 7 Aug 2018 at 13:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea - 7 Aug 2018 at 12:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e7e3bd0-0cf9-4d74-ac0a-23d06698faea 7th August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/thurrockcouncil/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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