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title: "546 - Machine Learning Server"
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# 546 - Machine Learning Server

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83844427-2f9f-4031-8ba2-310b249f9c34

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Aston University, located in Birmingham, UK, for the purchase of a high-performance Machine Learning GPU server. This tender, titled "546 - Machine Learning Server," falls under the goods category with a maximum budget of £54,906, including taxes and duties. The procurement method is open, with the tender period closing on 22 January 2021. The contract is set to commence on 1 February 2021 and will run until 31 January 2022.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for technology firms, particularly those specialising in high-performance computing, machine learning, and server technology. Businesses capable of delivering not only the server but also installation, commissioning, and subsequent maintenance services will find this tender particularly advantageous. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project aims to foster innovation and collaboration within Aston University's research community.

## Notice

Aston University wish to procure 1 x high-performance Machine Learning GPU server for the development of complex deep learning models. This server will make our research more competitive by allowing us to develop and investigate complex models using large volumes of data, bridging the gap between the small-scale prototypes that can be developed using high-specs desktop PCs and the much larger, cloud-based solutions that some mature projects may require. The server will support the development of high-quality research not only on the development of new models, but also in a variety of applications including computer vision, robotics and bioinformatics. It will also facilitate the specific training of doctoral students in the main models and techniques of deep learning. Finally, we intend to use the server to further catalyse collaboration across the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, especially to form links between our Computer Scientists and colleagues applying machine learning in the Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies (AIPT) and the Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI). Aston has a maximum budget of PS54,906 this is including VAT, delivered duty paid (DDP), and all other charges & taxes, delivery, installation, commissioning and acceptance costs where Aston anticipates that a minimum of 12 months parts and labour warranty and a minimum of 36 month servicing and maintenance are included.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdbf3e65-68da-4f98-8c8e-1034831b2784 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48820000 - Servers

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2021 at 12:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdbf3e65-68da-4f98-8c8e-1034831b2784

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdbf3e65-68da-4f98-8c8e-1034831b2784
  7th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=9f4f6714-e750-eb11-8106-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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