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title: "Supercomputing Licences"
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# Supercomputing Licences

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5c5a92d3-c318-438c-bbc2-81d48ad9ea78

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## Summary

The procurement process for the supply of Supercomputing Licences was managed by UK Shared Business Services Limited, with the contract valued at £14,550. This procurement falls under the software package and information systems category, specifically classified with the CPV code 48000000. The tender process was completed via a limited procurement method, adhering to a competitive quotation procedure below threshold. The tender period concluded on 12th May 2022, while the contract commenced on 16th May 2022 and will run until 15th May 2023, with delivery addresses located in OX11 0QX, England.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for software suppliers, particularly those specialising in high-performance computing technologies and licensing services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to consider participation due to their suitability for such contracts. Businesses with experience in providing software solutions to scientific and technological sectors will be well positioned to compete effectively for future similar contracts, as demonstrated by the engagement of major suppliers like Arm Ltd in this procurement process.

## Notice

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** Science and Technology Facilities Council had a requirement for the supply of a Supercomputing licences. This has been sourced via a Competitive quotation procedure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33cbb7f0-89d4-4161-bb1b-43d25f7f5631 |
| 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 12 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 May 2022 |
| Contract period | 15 May 2022 - 15 May 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,550 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £14,550 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 13 May 2022 at 13:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33cbb7f0-89d4-4161-bb1b-43d25f7f5631

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33cbb7f0-89d4-4161-bb1b-43d25f7f5631
  13th May 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f948ed5f-b9a7-4140-a52e-0505849ecfe0

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