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title: "Passport Advantage - IBM Spectrum Protect 2018"
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# Passport Advantage - IBM Spectrum Protect 2018

Buyer: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-38f45dc4-b58c-4e2d-8177-5d3fcd4cdfb3

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## Summary

Portsmouth City Council is seeking quotes for the provision of IBM Spectrum Protect under the tender titled "Passport Advantage - IBM Spectrum Protect 2018", part of the IT services sector. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for quote submissions set for 20th November 2018. The contract is anticipated to commence on 1st December 2018 and will last until 30th November 2019. Interested parties can access the details through the e-sourcing platform, Intend, based in Portsmouth, Hampshire.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT consulting, software development, and related support services. Businesses that can deliver innovative IT solutions, including service and infrastructure management, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with this process can foster growth through establishing long-term contracts and building a relationship with a reputable local authority.

## Notice

Portsmouth City Council invites you to submit a quote for the provision of IBM Spectrum Protect. 1) Details of the requirement are contained in the attached quote from IBM. 2) Details of renewal dates are also included in the attached quote. 3) In addition to the above, please can you provide a quote for swapping to capacity based licensing for 210TB - PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS QUOTE IS NO LONGER REQUIRED. Please provide a quote exclusive of VAT. Your quote should be valid for 30 days. The relevant documentation, including terms and conditions are attached. The closing date for submission of your quote is shown above entitled - Date documents can be requested until If you have any questions regarding the quote, please use the Correspondence function on Intend. Additional information: Portsmouth City Council is currently in the process of seeking expressions of interest for the following project - Passport Advantage - IBM Spectrum Protect 2018. The full details and ability to express an interest will be via our e-sourcing system Intend. This filepath will take you to the relevant area of Intend, https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/Tenders/Current Once on the page you can either scroll down or use the search function to find the relevant project. Should you have any problems with the above link, please contact us on 023 9268 8235 or email: procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6441a36-aa57-4d0d-9121-e12caaed622f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2018 - 30 Nov 2019 |
| 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 | PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | HAMPSHIRE |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 2BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| 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

- 9 Nov 2018 at 14:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6441a36-aa57-4d0d-9121-e12caaed622f
- 9 Nov 2018 at 14:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6441a36-aa57-4d0d-9121-e12caaed622f
- 31 Oct 2018 at 13:06 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6441a36-aa57-4d0d-9121-e12caaed622f
- 31 Oct 2018 at 13:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6441a36-aa57-4d0d-9121-e12caaed622f
- 31 Oct 2018 at 13:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6441a36-aa57-4d0d-9121-e12caaed622f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6441a36-aa57-4d0d-9121-e12caaed622f
  9th November 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/Tenders/Current

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