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title: "Contract for the Supply of SC420F Enclosure for Disc Array Upgrade to the University of Birmingham"
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# Contract for the Supply of SC420F Enclosure for Disc Array Upgrade to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8be9aa70-0128-44c6-96bb-5f610c48cbf4

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## Summary

The procurement process entails a contract for the supply of the SC420F Enclosure for a Disc Array Upgrade to the University of Birmingham. The contract was awarded after a selective procurement method, conducted as a call-off from an existing framework agreement. The procurement took place in the goods industry category, specifically focusing on computer storage units. The tender period closed on 10 March 2022, while the contract commenced on 11 March 2022 and concluded on 5 May 2022. The total value of the contract was approximately £117,914, with a minimum value of £98,262. The procurement was managed by the University of Birmingham, located at Chancellors Close, Birmingham, B15 2TT, England.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the technology and storage solutions sector. Businesses that specialise in computer hardware and related services would be especially well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Engaging in this type of procurement can help businesses to expand their portfolio, establish partnerships with prominent educational institutions, and enhance their market presence through high-value contracts.

## Notice

Contract for the Supply of a SC420F Enclosure Disc Array Upgrade to the University of Birmingham. Made as a call off to FRAM420/18

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fe7ee02-1865-4556-8db8-e44a943d5944 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 11 Mar 2022 - 5 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £117,914 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £98,261 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30233100 - Computer storage units

## Release History

- 12 Apr 2022 at 15:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fe7ee02-1865-4556-8db8-e44a943d5944

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fe7ee02-1865-4556-8db8-e44a943d5944
  12th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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