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title: "Contract for NetApp FAS2720 Storage for The University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for NetApp FAS2720 Storage for The University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6297d232-cac4-4a62-bf1d-48153e3f6f4b

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham has initiated a procurement process for a contract titled "Contract for NetApp FAS2720 Storage," classified under the industry category of computer storage units. The procurement method was a direct award, with the contract period commencing on 11th February 2022 and concluding on 30th April 2022. The tender's value was set at £77,458.34, with a minimum value of £64,548.62. Notably, the procurement stage has reached completion, with the contractual agreement confirmed on 11th February 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the IT and computer services sector, particularly those specialising in storage solutions. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in providing advanced computer storage technologies would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. The successful awarding of this contract to Q Associates Limited exemplifies the potential for growth within this industry, as it highlights the need for reliable suppliers in hardware procurement at established educational institutions.

## Notice

Contract for NetApp FAS2720 Storage for The University of Birmingham

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32113f58-8fc3-4481-a175-57172e91e7a8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 11 Feb 2022 - 30 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £77,458 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £64,548 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | Q ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30233100 - Computer storage units

## Release History

- 12 Apr 2022 at 14:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32113f58-8fc3-4481-a175-57172e91e7a8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32113f58-8fc3-4481-a175-57172e91e7a8
  12th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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