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title: "(NU/1372) School of Computing Desktop PCs (2 Lots)"
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# (NU/1372) School of Computing Desktop PCs (2 Lots)

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bb17dd37-aa6e-413b-8490-591d64f3b7f3

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## Summary

The Newcastle University has completed a public procurement process for the supply of desktop computers, titled "(NU/1372) School of Computing Desktop PCs (2 Lots)." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified as personal computers (CPV: 30213000). The tender was conducted through an open procurement method, with a total contract value of £275,000. The tender period ended on 25 April 2018, while the contract period commenced on 14 May 2018 and concluded on 13 July 2018. The award for this contract was published on 12 June 2018, and it involves Lot 1 for the Urban Science Building's ACS Teaching Lab and Lot 2 for the Games Engineering Teaching Lab at the same location in Newcastle, North East of the United Kingdom.

This opportunity is particularly advantageous for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in computer manufacturing, as the tender is limited to manufacturers on Lot 1 of the existing NDNA Desktop Computing Framework. Businesses with capabilities in providing high-specification desktop PCs tailored for educational settings would be well-suited to compete in this procurement, especially those that can meet the requirements outlined for both teaching labs. Engaging in this procurement can enhance market presence and foster growth through potential collaborations with educational institutions like Newcastle University.

## Notice

The School of Computing at Newcastle University is seeking to appoint a supplier(s) for its Desktop Computer requirements for the areas and volumes specified in the Request for Quotation document. There are 2 Lots available, as described below, each of which will be assessed (and awarded) individually: Lot 1- Urban Science Building - ACS Teaching Lab 2018 120 computers to match the exact specification of general teaching PC's. This includes a replacement of 86 lab computers which are 4.5 years old as well as the increased number of social area/drop-in stations throughout the building. Note that NO monitors are needed for this purchase, as they will be supplied largely from existing stock, or already have suitable screens Lot 2 - Urban Science Building - Games Engineering Teaching Lab 2018 90 computers (and 134 monitors) to replace the 51 current Games Engineering PC's, plus an expansion since the course is anticipated to expand significantly this summer, based on current applications. Please note this opportunity is only being made available to manufacturers on Lot 1 of the existing NDNA Desktop Computing Framework. The Terms and Conditions which shall apply to this contract are those of the NDNA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bf5b94c-196f-499a-bb7b-643d5bb7f73f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2018 - 13 Jul 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £275,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £264,450 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STONE COMPUTERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30213000 - Personal computers

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2018 at 10:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bf5b94c-196f-499a-bb7b-643d5bb7f73f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bf5b94c-196f-499a-bb7b-643d5bb7f73f
  12th June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ncl.ac.uk

## Provenance

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