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title: "NVIDIA GPU Computer Cluster"
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buyer: "DURHAM UNIVERSITY"
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# NVIDIA GPU Computer Cluster

Buyer: DURHAM UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9850586a-eef8-4cf0-a9f2-8788274ee475

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## Summary

Durham University has completed a procurement process for an NVIDIA GPU Computer Cluster to enhance its research capabilities. This procurement, classified under the industry category of computer equipment and supplies, involved a competitive quotation method and was valued at £63,200. The tender period concluded on 31st May 2019, and the contract subsequently commenced on 11th June 2019, with a scheduled end date of 31st July 2019. The procurement took place in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the technology and computer equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in GPU computing solutions. Companies capable of delivering high-performance computing equipment and related services would be well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Engaging with Durham University and similar academic institutions can drive innovation and growth in the tech industry.

## Notice

To support our current research and future projects and growth, we are looking to expand our GPU computing cluster.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/956898d4-f290-41d3-9378-6a811105ba6b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 31 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jun 2019 |
| Contract period | 10 Jun 2019 - 31 Jul 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £63,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £63,200 |
| 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 | DURHAM UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 3LE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Durham South |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 28 Jun 2019 at 15:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/956898d4-f290-41d3-9378-6a811105ba6b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/956898d4-f290-41d3-9378-6a811105ba6b
  28th June 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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