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title: "PURCON 2180- Server Virtualisation Software"
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# PURCON 2180- Server Virtualisation Software

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5c952606-1237-4c48-a663-ea17493e08a9

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## Summary

The University of East Anglia has completed a procurement process titled "PURCON 2180- Server Virtualisation Software" under the industry category of system management software package, located in Norwich, England. This contract was awarded as a selective call-off from the SUPC SLRA Framework, Lot 4, with a total value of £220,149 to Academia Ltd. The procurement stage is currently at the Award stage, having concluded on 21st July 2025, with the contract set to commence on 1st August 2025 and run through to 31st July 2028. This process supports the management and configuration of the university’s digital landscape, an essential aspect for educational institutions seeking optimal operational efficiency.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses that specialise in system management software solutions, particularly those with expertise in server virtualisation tools. Although this call-off was executed via a framework agreement, highlighting Academia Ltd as the supplier, similar future opportunities may arise for businesses already equipped to enter selective procurement processes. Large companies with established reputations and those capable of meeting technical standards and delivery requirements would find these tenders particularly suitable. As the high-tech needs of educational institutions grow, businesses with innovative virtualisation solutions stand to benefit significantly.

## Notice

Server Virtualisation tool to support the management and configuration of the University's Digital Landscape and Server Configuration Awarded via the SUPC SLRA Framework, Lot 4

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31e3befb-3050-40fb-8490-93dd9dcfeee2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £220,149 |
| 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 EAST ANGLIA |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR4 7TJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48781000 - System management software package

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2025 at 14:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31e3befb-3050-40fb-8490-93dd9dcfeee2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31e3befb-3050-40fb-8490-93dd9dcfeee2
  22nd July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uea.ac.uk

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