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title: "High Powered data analysis, simulation and qualification super computers x2"
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# High Powered data analysis, simulation and qualification super computers x2

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-59346431-300f-4ba7-95cc-fdbb04160ba2

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## Summary

The UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD has completed a procurement process for the purchase of two high-powered data analysis, simulation, and qualification supercomputers. Awarded under the tender ID 2138/SSA/LM/18, this contract falls within the industry category of supercomputers (CPV Code: 30211100). The procurement was executed as a single-source authorisation method, concluding the tender phase on 15 November 2018. The contract period runs from 30 November 2018 to 31 January 2019, with a total value of £51,874. The delivery location is in Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-performance computing and technology solutions. Companies adept in delivering advanced computing systems and related services would be particularly well-suited to compete in future tenders of similar nature. The involvement of large-scale suppliers like Iceotope, who successfully secured the contract, highlights the demand in this sector, creating pathways for growth for businesses looking to expand their offerings in the IT and data analysis industry.

## Notice

Purchase of 2 x high powered data analysis, simulation and qualification super computers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c5808ea-d0c4-40ca-a3c4-cee80428d004 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Single Source Authorisation |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Nov 2018 |
| Contract period | 30 Nov 2018 - 31 Jan 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £51,874 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £51,874 |
| 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 SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | ROTHERHAM |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S60 5TZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham |
| Local authority | Rotherham |
| Electoral ward | Rother Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Rotherham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30211100 - Super computer

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2018 at 09:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c5808ea-d0c4-40ca-a3c4-cee80428d004

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c5808ea-d0c4-40ca-a3c4-cee80428d004
  30th November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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