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title: "UOW971 - Hyperconverged Server & Software Solution - AWARD"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER"
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# UOW971 - Hyperconverged Server & Software Solution - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-56c69015-0e54-4169-9d92-5898db4c8cdb

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## Summary

The University of Worcester has completed the procurement process for a project titled "UOW971 - Hyperconverged Server & Software Solution." This initiative falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" with a CPV code of 48000000. The goal is to modernise the University's IT infrastructure by transitioning to a hyperconverged solution, enhancing efficiency and scalability. The procurement, led by the University located in Worcester, UK, was conducted as a selective procedure using a restricted method. The award for the contract, valued at GBP 617,755.13, was made to Softcat Limited, with the contract period spanning from 1st November 2025 to 31st October 2030. The award of the contract was officially published on 3rd July 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth within the IT services and solutions industry, particularly for businesses specialising in hyperconverged infrastructure technologies and software integration. Companies capable of providing scalable, efficient IT solutions that streamline managerial processes and reduce operational complexity would find themselves well-positioned in similar future tenders. This project also highlights potential opportunities for suppliers keen to partner with educational institutions, aiming to modernise and future-proof their digital and IT capabilities to better support scholarly and administrative functions.

## Notice

The University intends to transition from its existing traditional three-tier virtualisation environment to a hyperconverged solution that will deliver enhanced efficiency, streamline management, and expand automation and integration capabilities. This move is driven by the need to modernise the University's IT infrastructure in order to better support academic, administrative, and research initiatives. By adopting a hyperconverged platform, the University aims to reduce operational complexities, lower total cost of ownership, and improve scalability. The new system is expected to facilitate faster deployment of services, stronger data protection, and simplified maintenance processes. Additionally, this change positions the University to more effectively respond to evolving technological demands and ensure robust, future-proofed digital services for students, faculty, and staff alike.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61d77947-2cba-44e5-89ff-9bfd9d25a7d3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £617,755 |
| 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 WORCESTER |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR2 6AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | St Clement |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2026 at 15:20 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61d77947-2cba-44e5-89ff-9bfd9d25a7d3
- 3 Jul 2026 at 15:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61d77947-2cba-44e5-89ff-9bfd9d25a7d3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61d77947-2cba-44e5-89ff-9bfd9d25a7d3
  3rd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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