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title: "Supply of Replacement BEAR management systems, backup clients and compute nodes to the University of Birmingham"
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# Supply of Replacement BEAR management systems, backup clients and compute nodes to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-30c5b333-f8d0-43a5-969f-1761d9d968e2

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## Summary

The tender for the supply of Replacement BEAR management systems, backup clients, and compute nodes has been awarded to OCF Data Limited by the University of Birmingham. This public procurement process falls under the miscellaneous computer equipment category and was executed as a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 10 January 2022 to 7 March 2022, with a total contract value of £1,055,031.76. The procurement process was completed on 4 February 2022, coinciding with the publication of the award notice.

This contract represents a great opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the technology sector, especially those specialising in computer equipment and management systems. Businesses with experience in providing IT solutions and capable of delivering substantial systems integration projects would be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. The focused requirements emphasise the need for technical expertise and reliable supply chain management, making it an attractive area for companies looking to expand their offerings in the higher education sector.

## Notice

Supply of Replacement BEAR management systems, backup clients and compute nodes to the University of Birmingham. Made as a call off to SC3818/15

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5961ba0b-b2ac-411b-8c9a-3718c20636e6 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 10 Jan 2022 - 7 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,055,031 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £879,193 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OCF DATA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30236000 - Miscellaneous computer equipment

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2022 at 15:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5961ba0b-b2ac-411b-8c9a-3718c20636e6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5961ba0b-b2ac-411b-8c9a-3718c20636e6
  4th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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