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title: "DDaT21136 - Graphcore IPU Solution"
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buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2021-04-12"
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# DDaT21136 - Graphcore IPU Solution

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-16921bb3-611d-4ea3-9e02-d60335cf3ed9

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## Summary

The procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services Limited, which has awarded a contract entitled "DDaT21136 - Graphcore IPU Solution." This contract falls within the computer equipment and supplies category, with a total value of £73,531.59. The contract was awarded following a selective procurement method, specifically as a call-off from the Digital Workplace Solutions Framework Agreement to XMA Limited. The contract period is set from 12 March 2021 to 11 March 2024. The delivery address for the contract is located in Berkshire, with the postal code RG12 1LF.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the technology and computer equipment sectors, particularly those capable of providing high-performance computing solutions. Companies that specialise in advanced computing hardware, software integration, or IT services would be well-suited to explore similar future tenders. Engaging in such contracts can enhance business growth and visibility, especially for SMEs looking to expand their market presence.

## Notice

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation have a requirement for a Graphcore IPU Solution. This has been sourced via direct award against the Digital Workplace Solutions Framework Agreement from XMA Limited***

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c216883e-9650-43c0-b80f-e248d358eaea |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 12 Mar 2021 - 11 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £73,531 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £73,531 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 12 Apr 2021 at 10:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c216883e-9650-43c0-b80f-e248d358eaea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c216883e-9650-43c0-b80f-e248d358eaea
  12th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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