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title: "Graphics Processing Units (GPU) capacity in UKHSA's high-performance computing"
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# Graphics Processing Units (GPU) capacity in UKHSA's high-performance computing

Buyer: UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6b3f38a5-aee3-40ab-bf47-4396c8dea0b7

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## Summary

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has completed a procurement process for Graphics Processing Units (GPU) capacity within its high-performance computing infrastructure. This contract, titled "Graphics Processing Units (GPU) capacity in UKHSA's high-performance computing," falls under the hardware installation services industry category and complements technical support services. Softcat PLC has been awarded the contract through a selective procurement method under a framework agreement. The total value of the contract is £1,561,229.98, and it encompasses a contract period starting from 15th March 2025 to 14th March 2030, with services to be delivered in London (postal code E14 4PU), United Kingdom. The award phase ended on 7th January 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in high-performance computing hardware and support services. Companies specialising in the installation and maintenance of advanced GPU systems, as well as those capable of providing extensive technical support, will find this contract particularly beneficial. Although the procurement method was selective, participation in similar future tenders could be advantageous for businesses aiming to establish or expand their presence in the public sector and high-performance computing markets.

## Notice

UKHSA procurement of NVIDIA H200 GPUs with supporting hardware, installation and warranty support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b43b990-72eb-4bbe-8bda-c44b47f040c3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| 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 | 13 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,561,229 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,561,229 |
| 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 HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 51611100 - Hardware installation services
- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2025 at 10:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b43b990-72eb-4bbe-8bda-c44b47f040c3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b43b990-72eb-4bbe-8bda-c44b47f040c3
  13th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/722490da-4d1f-473f-b630-dbaac33761b1
  Call off only_DWS SBS_OCF_UKHSA_SPTCWOCFUKHSA_Graphics Processing Units (GPU) capacity in UKHSAs high-performance computing Final (1)_Redacted

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