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title: "Virtual Server Platform"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-caed74fe-29a0-447a-a9ba-65d798c61acd"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2022-04-01"
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# Virtual Server Platform

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-caed74fe-29a0-447a-a9ba-65d798c61acd

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is initiating a procurement process for a hybrid cloud platform to host its servers and storage, aimed at replacing outdated technologies. The contract, titled "Virtual Server Platform," falls under the IT services industry category with a value of £355,443.45. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period concluding on 1st February 2022 and the contract running from 18th February 2022 to 17th April 2023. The University operates from its Exeter location in the South West of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in IT services, particularly those capable of providing cloud solutions and server management. Companies with experience in hybrid cloud platforms and robust support services may find this contract particularly suitable. Additionally, firms looking to expand their involvement in public procurement by partnering with established academic institutions could leverage this opportunity for growth.

## Notice

To purchase a hybrid cloud platform to host the University's servers and storage replacing end of life technologies in the process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9872076-b5ca-4634-b62b-4711174b696d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 18 Feb 2022 - 17 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £355,443 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £355,443 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2022 at 13:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9872076-b5ca-4634-b62b-4711174b696d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9872076-b5ca-4634-b62b-4711174b696d
  1st April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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