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title: "GB-Swindon: UKRI-1632"
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# GB-Swindon: UKRI-1632

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9dfd4046-298c-4893-a1bb-6b4b2ee2efb9

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation has awarded a contract entitled "GB-Swindon: UKRI-1632" for technical support services related to the British Geological Survey's GPFS data storage systems across sites in Edinburgh and Keyworth. This contract, valued at £25,452, commenced on 1st September 2021 and will continue until 31st August 2022. The procurement process followed a negotiated procedure without prior publication, in line with Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) of the Public Contract Regulations. The procurement stage has been marked as complete with the award date set on 13th August 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technical support services sector, particularly those specializing in data storage solutions. Companies capable of providing comprehensive maintenance and technical assistance, particularly in the context of governmental or research institutions, would be well-placed to compete. The focus on technical support indicates a demand for reliable and experienced suppliers who can ensure the efficient operation of complex storage systems within critical national facilities.

## Notice

This is a Contract Award for the annual technical support of British Geological Survey's GPFS data storage systems across two sites, Edinburgh and Keyworth. The Contract was awarded following a negotiated procedure without prior publication, in accordance with Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) of the Public Contract Regulations. Additional information: The Contract was awarded following a negotiated procedure without prior publication, in accordance with Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) of the Public Contract Regulations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3cbf4a3-4d9b-479c-b02f-e7b657d752d2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,452 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,452 |
| 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 | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | SN12 1FL |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 1 Sep 2021 at 15:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3cbf4a3-4d9b-479c-b02f-e7b657d752d2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3cbf4a3-4d9b-479c-b02f-e7b657d752d2
  1st September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=618746574
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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