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title: "Blade Array including Networking"
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# Blade Array including Networking

Buyer: NORTH TEES AND HARTLEPOOL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-35e5d41b-a6a5-43b4-9df1-4b6df27357fb

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## Summary

The North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust has completed a tender process for a one-off purchase titled "Blade Array including Networking" within the services category, specifically related to server technology. This procurement was conducted under the Shared Business Services Framework and awarded through a selective method via a direct call-off to supplier Dell Technologies. The contract commenced on 23rd March 2022 and is set to conclude on 22nd March 2023, with a total value of £78,847.04. The procurement process was initiated on 1st April 2022, following the publication of the award notice.

This tender presents opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in IT services and server provision, allowing them to expand their business by aligning with NHS digital infrastructure needs. Companies that specialise in advanced networking solutions or possess experience in public sector contracts would be particularly well-suited to compete for such tenders. Engaging in this procurement process could lead to further contracts or collaborations within the healthcare sector, enhancing business growth potential.

## Notice

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have utilised the Shared Business Services Framework - SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411 - Digital Workplace Solutions. The Trust utilised a direct award to supplier Dell Technologies for the provision of Blade Array, including Networking. This is a one off purchase. Additional information: North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have utilised the Shared Business Services Framework - SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411 - Digital Workplace Solutions. The Trust utilised a direct award to supplier Dell Technologies for the provision of Blade Array, including Networking. This is a one off purchase.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bd89e36-cad0-491c-ac27-33b7a2358d65 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 1 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 23 Mar 2022 - 22 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £78,847 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £78,847 |
| 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 | NORTH TEES AND HARTLEPOOL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | STOCKTON-ON-TEES |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS19 8PE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees |
| Local authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Electoral ward | Hardwick & Salters Lane |
| Westminster constituency | Stockton North |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48820000 - Servers

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2022 at 11:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bd89e36-cad0-491c-ac27-33b7a2358d65

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bd89e36-cad0-491c-ac27-33b7a2358d65
  1st April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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