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title: "Provision of a Data Archiving Solution"
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buyer: "DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY"
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# Provision of a Data Archiving Solution

Buyer: DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b5144d5-4838-4378-80d7-9f834da4e230

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## Summary

De Montfort University is currently seeking a provider for a Data Archiving Solution through an open tender process (ID: 1060/18). The university, located in Leicester, UK, is aiming to manage data from various SAP modules as it phases out legacy systems. The tender period will close on 4th April 2018, with the contract expected to commence on 4th June 2018 and run until 3rd June 2021. The contract falls under the services category, specifically concerning computer back-up and catalogue conversion services.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in data management, archiving solutions, and IT services to engage with a major educational institution in the UK. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as they can offer innovative and flexible solutions tailored to the university's needs. Companies with experience in SAP systems and data governance would find this opportunity highly relevant as DMU seeks to establish efficient processes for data storage and retrieval.

## Notice

The Contracting Authority (De Montfort University (DMU)) is currently implementing various SAP Modules such as SAP Finance, HR and BI. As these modules rollout more and more legacy systems will be left 'sitting' on the production environment. There are no established processes, infrastructure or tools in place for removing data from the production network, whether that is to:- o Warehouse data that is still of use to the university o Archive data that is very infrequently used and that only needs to be kept for legal or regulatory reasons o Delete data, systems and applications that are no longer required for production purposes or for legal and regulatory reasons The Contracting Authority wishes to establish a single Provider contract for the provision of a Data Archiving Solution (Service). Additional information: Tender responses are invited for the provision of a Data Archiving Solution to De Montfort University, Leicester, UK. All details with regards to the University's requirements and all other information pertaining to how to respond to this ITT etc are contained within the ITT documentation reference 1060/18 and which can be accessed via the e-tendering portal InTend. In the event of any problems accessing this e-tendering portal contact can be made with Paul Whitehall, ICT Category Manager, DMU at paul.whitehall@dmu.ac.uk. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad3ffbe7-4ad7-49f0-aeff-dcd03c2a8b0a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Jun 2018 - 3 Jun 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | DE MONTFORT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 9BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems
- 72900000 - Computer back-up and catalogue conversion services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2018 at 18:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad3ffbe7-4ad7-49f0-aeff-dcd03c2a8b0a
- 26 Feb 2018 at 17:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad3ffbe7-4ad7-49f0-aeff-dcd03c2a8b0a
- 26 Feb 2018 at 17:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad3ffbe7-4ad7-49f0-aeff-dcd03c2a8b0a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad3ffbe7-4ad7-49f0-aeff-dcd03c2a8b0a
  26th February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/demontfort/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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