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title: "Informatics Computing Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4d9a671b-f161-4c0c-9875-219af94cf9f3"
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source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2017-10-17"
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# Informatics Computing Equipment

Buyer: MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4d9a671b-f161-4c0c-9875-219af94cf9f3

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## Summary

The procurement process is managed by Medicines Discovery Catapult Services Limited, seeking to acquire bespoke computing equipment, specifically four servers tailored to their specifications. Classified under the computer equipment and supplies industry, the tender was published on 15th September 2017 and is currently in the award stage following its completion. The tender period concluded on 29th September 2017, while the contract is set to commence on 6th October 2017 and run until 17th November 2017. The procurement method used was competitive quotation, a limited approach suitable for transactions below a certain threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the IT sector, particularly those specialising in hardware provisioning and installation services. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in custom server builds, installation services, and related technical support will find this a fitting opportunity to grow their business. Given the focus on bespoke solutions, companies able to demonstrate innovative approaches and the ability to meet specific client requirements will be particularly well-positioned to compete successfully.

## Notice

Bespoke build of 4 (four) servers to required specification. See attached Request for Quotation. Additional information: None.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e32859de-601d-4b80-a562-5c06454fe3a9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Sep 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Oct 2017 |
| Contract period | 10 Oct 2017 - 17 Oct 2017 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | ALDERLEY EDGE |
| Post town | Stockport |
| Postcode | SK10 4TG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD62 Cheshire East |
| Local authority | Cheshire East |
| Electoral ward | Chelford |
| Westminster constituency | Tatton |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies
- 48822000 - Computer servers
- 51600000 - Installation services of computers and office equipment

## Release History

- 17 Oct 2017 at 09:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e32859de-601d-4b80-a562-5c06454fe3a9
- 15 Sep 2017 at 09:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d28b588-dc17-4e6a-891b-635eacaedbb8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e32859de-601d-4b80-a562-5c06454fe3a9
  17th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d28b588-dc17-4e6a-891b-635eacaedbb8
  15th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/971e8625-e91a-417b-b7c1-484340e36cb3
  Request for Quotation including Requirements

## Notice URLs

- https://md.catapult.org.uk

## Provenance

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