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title: "RBGKEW/623 Science HPC expansion"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7b14b472-144e-4586-bbbe-2fe05813683d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW"
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# RBGKEW/623 Science HPC expansion

Buyer: ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b14b472-144e-4586-bbbe-2fe05813683d

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## Summary

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is seeking contractors for the "RBGKEW/623 Science HPC expansion" project, which entails the supply, installation, licensing, and maintenance of High Performance Computing (HPC) hardware. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically data-processing machines, and was awarded through a selective method via the SUPC framework. The tender period ended on 16 September 2019, and the contract commenced on 28 October 2019, running until 27 October 2024. The corresponding award notice was published on 21 November 2019.

This opportunity could significantly benefit larger technology firms specialising in high-performance computing solutions. Companies equipped to provide hardware, installation services, and ongoing maintenance could find a valuable niche in supporting the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Engaging in such tenders not only facilitates potential revenue growth but also enhances a firm's portfolio by collaborating with prominent institutions. Those with experience in similar public procurement contracts and the capacity to meet large-scale technical requirements would be particularly well-positioned to compete.

## Notice

Supply of High Performance Computing (HPC) hardware, installation, licensing and maintenance. Contract value is maximum spend for initial 3 year period and inclusive of any further extensions. Awarded via the SUPC framework for Servers, Storage & Solutions National Agreement (SSSNA), Lot 3b OEM Solutions for HPC or DIC.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4abfd98e-d2cd-4a60-af4a-b75ad8043149 |
| 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 | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 28 Oct 2019 - 27 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| 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 | ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2019 at 14:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4abfd98e-d2cd-4a60-af4a-b75ad8043149

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4abfd98e-d2cd-4a60-af4a-b75ad8043149
  21st November 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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