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title: "Expansion of Capacity and Performance of AMRC research data storage platform"
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# Expansion of Capacity and Performance of AMRC research data storage platform

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8a1a638c-a06a-4bb6-b9bc-f1b1a313d132

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD as the buying organisation, seeking to enhance the "Expansion of Capacity and Performance of AMRC research data storage platform" located in Rotherham, Yorkshire and the Humber. The procurement, classified under Data storage services (CPV 72317000), was initiated through a single-source authorisation method, with a contract value amounting to £72,131. The tender period concluded on 30th August 2017, with the award date recorded as 4th September 2017, and the contract effectively running from 5th September to 6th September 2017.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in data storage services, particularly those with the expertise in enhancing research data platforms. Companies capable of providing robust storage solutions and demonstrating reliability may find themselves well-positioned to compete effectively. With the involvement of a prestigious institution like the UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD, this contract can lead to further collaborations and potential growth within the education and research sectors.

## Notice

Expansion of capacity and performance of AMRC research data storage platform

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e42c8b6c-f9f0-46fe-bab8-6d974cd7aeec |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Single Source Authorisation |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Sep 2017 |
| Contract period | 4 Sep 2017 - 6 Sep 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £72,131 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £72,131 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | ROTHERHAM |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S60 5TZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham |
| Local authority | Rotherham |
| Electoral ward | Rother Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Rotherham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72317000 - Data storage services

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2018 at 15:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e42c8b6c-f9f0-46fe-bab8-6d974cd7aeec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e42c8b6c-f9f0-46fe-bab8-6d974cd7aeec
  27th February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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