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title: "UKRI-3988 - EPSRC Evaluations - Lot 1 - Archer 2 evaluation"
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# UKRI-3988 - EPSRC Evaluations - Lot 1 - Archer 2 evaluation

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b1624331-424f-4ad8-837e-3b5ed91cfbdd

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has awarded a contract titled "UKRI-3988 - EPSRC Evaluations - Lot 1 - Archer 2 evaluation" under the industry category of Technical analysis or consultancy services. This procurement process has reached the award stage, with the award notice published on 30 January 2025. The evaluation study focuses on demonstrating the impact and success of the ARCHER 2 supercomputer over its intended five-year operational period since its launch in 2021. The project, valued at £135,279, will take place in London, starting on 28 February 2025 and concluding on 31 August 2025. The procurement method used for this contract is classified as "Other".

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in technical analysis and consultancy services. SMEs will find this contract particularly suitable as the procurement process accommodates smaller enterprises. By engaging in this project, businesses can enhance their portfolio and establish a reputable status within the sector by contributing to a high-profile evaluation for the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council. Companies with competencies in supercomputing evaluation and a strong track record in technical consultancy will find themselves well-positioned to compete and succeed in similar future opportunities.

## Notice

the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) wishes to commission a study to demonstrate the impact and success of the ARCHER 2 supercomputer over its five-year intended lifetime since its launch in 2021.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c5983fa-e7aa-4e17-8248-e76aac86749b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Feb 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £135,279 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £135,279 |
| 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 | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LONDON ECONOMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2025 at 11:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c5983fa-e7aa-4e17-8248-e76aac86749b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c5983fa-e7aa-4e17-8248-e76aac86749b
  30th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=921144041
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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