--- title: "SAN Enhancements" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a1215f21-51c2-40a0-9c6b-114747316683" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a1215f21-51c2-40a0-9c6b-114747316683" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a1215f21-51c2-40a0-9c6b-114747316683.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a1215f21-51c2-40a0-9c6b-114747316683.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL" published: "2017-05-10" --- # SAN Enhancements Buyer: GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a1215f21-51c2-40a0-9c6b-114747316683 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a1215f21-51c2-40a0-9c6b-114747316683) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a1215f21-51c2-40a0-9c6b-114747316683.json) ## Summary The General Medical Council (GMC) is inviting tenders for their project titled "SAN Enhancements," aimed at upgrading their storage area network capabilities in both Manchester and London. The tender is currently in the active phase with an open procurement method, following an open procedure. The deadline for submitting tenders is 18th May 2017, while the contract period is set to commence on 22nd May 2017 and extend until 22nd May 2018. The project falls under the office and computing machinery category, with a specific focus on network infrastructure and internet network solutions. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT infrastructure, data storage solutions, and network services. Suitable candidates include SMEs that can meet the technical requirements outlined by the GMC, particularly those proficient in HPE 3PAR products and capable of supporting the storage needs related to their operational growth and disaster recovery plans. Companies able to demonstrate robust experience in delivering similar projects are strongly encouraged to apply. ## Notice The strategic context The GMC currently has a HP3PAR 7400 Storage Area Network solution in place. Capacity planning has shown that additional provision is required in order to support the growth needs of the business including the relocation of services from the GMC London data centre to the GMC Manchester data centre. SAN Replication is a critical part of our BCP strategy and as such the ability to replicate with our existing 3PAR equipment is a key requirement. As such we are inviting tenders from suppliers who can meet this additional capacity requirement. 59. Scope of requirement Operational Proposal In order to accommodate operational growth and new project deliverables the GMC require the following or equivalent that provide as good or better capability: Part Code Product Qty H6Z18A HPE 3PAR StoreServ 8450 2N Fld Int Base 1 L7C17A HPE 3PAR 8450 OS Suite Base LTU 1 L7C18A HPE 3PAR 8450 OS Suite Drive LTU 6 L7C21A HPE 3PAR 8450 Replication Suite Base LTU 1 L7C22A HPE 3PAR 8450 Replication Ste Drive LTU 6 L7C31A HPE 3PAR 8450 Dynamic Opt Base LTU 1 L7C32A HPE 3PAR 8450 Dynamic Opt Drive LTU 6 L7C37A HPE 3PAR 8450 Priority Opt Base LTU 1 L7C38A HPE 3PAR 8450 Priority Opt Drive LTU 6 E7Y71A HPE 3PAR 8000 SFF(2.5in) Fld Int Dr Encl 2 K2P91A HPE 3PAR 8000 3.84TB SFF SSD 6 HA114A1 5XV HPE Startup 3PAR 84XX 2N Fld Int Bas SVC 1 HA114A1 5XZ HPE Startup 3PAR 8000 Fld Int Dr Enc SVC 2 BC774AAE HP 3PAR 7400 OS Suite Drive E-LTU 20 BC776AAE HP 3PAR 7400 Replication Ste Drive E-LTU 20 BD271AAE HP 3PAR 7400 Data Opt St v2 Drive E-LTU 20 QR496A HPE M6710 900GB 6G SAS 10K 2.5in HDD 20 HA124A1 HP Technical Installation Startup SVC 1 HA124A1 5TX HPE Startup 3PAR 7000 HDD-SSD Drive SVC 2 BD362AAE HPE 3PAR StoreServ Mgmt/Core SW E-Media 1 BD363AAE HPE 3PAR OS Suite Latest E-Media 1 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75903267-5d25-4e1c-8699-bfb76c1670ff | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 May 2017 | | Submission deadline | 18 May 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 May 2017 - 22 May 2018 | | 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 | GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M3 3AW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Deansgate | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 32412110 - Internet network - 32424000 - Network infrastructure ## Release History - 10 May 2017 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75903267-5d25-4e1c-8699-bfb76c1670ff ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75903267-5d25-4e1c-8699-bfb76c1670ff 10th May 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - http://www.mytenders.org/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY142471 NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided. ## Notice URLs - http://www.gmc-uk.org ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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