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title: "Dell EMC Storage Array (GRAIL Infrastructure)"
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# Dell EMC Storage Array (GRAIL Infrastructure)

Buyer: NHS DIGITAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6bdf4f4b-fe95-4e29-bac5-03d3c64fab4b

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## Summary

NHS Digital has recently completed a procurement process for additional hardware as part of the Grail project, specifically a Dell EMC Storage Array. The tender, classified under the CPV code for Hardware, was initiated as a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is set from 12th August 2022 to 11th August 2023, with the contract value amounting to £34,611.85. Although the tender period ended on 11th May 2022, the award notice for this contract was published on 30th June 2022. The delivery addresses include various UK locations as well as other territories.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology and hardware sectors, especially for those equipped to supply IT solutions to public sector organisations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as the procurement process is designed to foster a diverse supplier base. Companies with experience in providing IT infrastructure and services, especially those familiar with NHS Digital's requirements, will be well-suited to pursue similar contracts and expand their business within the public procurement landscape.

## Notice

Additional hardware for the Grail project to be added to the servers we are currently hosting in UKHSA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22cc64ac-46e5-4faa-a723-fee4bcbd43b3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 11 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2022 |
| Contract period | 11 Aug 2022 - 11 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £34,611 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,611 |
| 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 | NHS DIGITAL |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 4AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware

## Release History

- 25 Jul 2022 at 11:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22cc64ac-46e5-4faa-a723-fee4bcbd43b3
- 30 Jun 2022 at 13:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75c70573-3ed0-488c-9d78-48b79e4a2309

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22cc64ac-46e5-4faa-a723-fee4bcbd43b3
  25th July 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75c70573-3ed0-488c-9d78-48b79e4a2309
  30th June 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/8d000000IzSh/AdUkYh0OreQYLqhKoKhooejlyS_Rz7wbvvIqNBLJ40c
  C83950 (30.06.22) Order Form - C76646 Dell EMC Storage Array (GRAIL Infrastructure_1399163_1

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