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title: "switches data centre 2"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2f39c1f2-ef73-44c8-a081-a3af56d891fd"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL"
published: "2019-08-22"
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# switches data centre 2

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2f39c1f2-ef73-44c8-a081-a3af56d891fd

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Switches Data Centre 2" was conducted by the University of Bristol, specifically in the IT services sector, within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender utilised an open procedure and was completed as of 3rd April 2018. The contract, valued at approximately £307,958, commenced on 3rd April 2019 and will conclude on 2nd April 2023. Businesses interested in this opportunity should note that the procurement method selected was classified as below threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies specialising in consulting, software development, and IT support services could find a fitting opportunity to engage with the University of Bristol, leveraging their expertise to meet the demands of this contract. The requirements from the awarding authority open avenues for innovation and tailored solutions within the industry.

## Notice

switches data centre 2

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/035f4b82-7baf-4c87-8f73-b9a5f84fc288 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Apr 2018 |
| Contract period | 2 Apr 2019 - 2 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £307,958 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £307,958 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2019 at 10:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/035f4b82-7baf-4c87-8f73-b9a5f84fc288

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/035f4b82-7baf-4c87-8f73-b9a5f84fc288
  22nd August 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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