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title: "Server Virtualisation, Storage and Back-Up - call off contract from NHS SBBS Digital Workplace framework agreement ref: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411"
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# Server Virtualisation, Storage and Back-Up - call off contract from NHS SBBS Digital Workplace framework agreement ref: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411

Buyer: LEEDS TRINITY UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b4e80845-72f4-4063-b169-b90e149994c1

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## Summary

Leeds Trinity University has awarded a contract for the project titled "Server Virtualisation, Storage and Back-Up", as part of the NHS SBBS Digital Workplace framework agreement (ref: SBS/19/AB/WAB/9411). This project falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems (CPV code: 48000000) and is located in Leeds, LS18 5HD, England. The contract, valued at £650,000, involves refreshing the university's server virtualisation, storage, and backup platforms using the Nutanix full stack and Rubrik backup solution. The procurement process adopted was selective and involved a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period starts on 20th December 2024 and ends on 19th December 2027.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in server virtualisation, storage, and backup solutions, particularly those experienced with the Nutanix and Rubrik platforms. SMEs could find this contract beneficial due to its suitability for smaller enterprises. Companies like Softcat Plc, which has been awarded the contract, can leverage their expertise and technical capabilities to drive business growth and strengthen their portfolio within the higher education sector. This project highlights a meaningful collaboration opportunity for IT service providers looking to engage in large-scale digital infrastructure projects.

## Notice

CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE Leeds Trinity University (LTU) was looking to refresh its server virtualisation, storage and backup platforms, developing on its existing use of the Nutanix platform. LTU sought to replace its existing Nutanix and VMware solution with the full Nutanix stack including Acropolis Hypervisor (AHV). As part of the refresh the University also wishes to deploy a Rubrik backup solution.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c365aab5-6877-47a9-8ef5-50888a05c67a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 20 Dec 2024 - 19 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £650,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £650,000 |
| 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 | LEEDS TRINITY UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS18 5HD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Horsforth |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds North West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2024 at 09:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c365aab5-6877-47a9-8ef5-50888a05c67a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c365aab5-6877-47a9-8ef5-50888a05c67a
  17th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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