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title: "Server Support (Tape Library)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d2f9b040-624b-41c8-91ec-937740ae0afe"
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# Server Support (Tape Library)

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2f9b040-624b-41c8-91ec-937740ae0afe

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## Summary

The procurement process for server support, specifically targeting a Tape Library, has been concluded with an award notice. This award under the NHS Digital Workplace Solutions 2 Framework (SBS10510) is managed by UK Shared Business Services Limited on behalf of UK Research and Innovation. The procurement falls under the 'Servers' and 'System and support services' industry categories, with a focus on the delivery location in the United Kingdom. The process was conducted through a direct procurement method, described as a single tender action below the threshold. The award was issued on 1st May 2026, with the contract starting on 13th April 2026 and running until 12th April 2027.

This procurement presents business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability requirements. Although the awarded contract is complete with a large supplier, CDW Limited, businesses in the IT services and server management sectors could prepare for future similar tenders by leveraging this framework. Engaging with the NHS Digital Workplace Solutions and establishing a presence within relevant frameworks can position businesses favourably for subsequent opportunities where similar technical support and server-related expertise are required.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded as a direct award under the NHS Digital Workplace Solutions 2 (SBS10510) Framework Agreement. UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for server support.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fcd0115-8227-4398-8c36-bfcc90645645 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,123 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £31,123 |
| 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 SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48820000 - Servers
- 72250000 - System and support services

## Release History

- 1 May 2026 at 10:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fcd0115-8227-4398-8c36-bfcc90645645

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8fcd0115-8227-4398-8c36-bfcc90645645
  1st May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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