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title: "ITQ for Disc Storage Array"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d93bc960-8cb4-4e29-9d3d-c5ac78c3bb35"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GATESHEAD COUNCIL"
published: "2018-02-05"
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# ITQ for Disc Storage Array

Buyer: GATESHEAD COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d93bc960-8cb4-4e29-9d3d-c5ac78c3bb35

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Gateshead Council, concerns the tender titled "ITQ for Disc Storage Array" within the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting and support. This open procedure was completed on 31 January 2018, with the procurement period concluding on 17 January 2018. The contract, valued at £20,000, pertains to the provision of storage disc array hardware, which commenced on 1 February 2018 and will continue until 31 January 2021. The goods will be delivered in the North East of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT services, particularly those that offer consulting or hardware support services. Businesses that have the capacity to deliver similar goods and services, especially those that can provide enhanced support options, would be well-positioned to compete for future tenders of this nature. Engaging with Gateshead Council and understanding their procurement practices could foster beneficial partnerships for growth in this sector.

## Notice

Storage Disc Array hardware with co-termed Enhanced NBD Support for 3 years

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0f029a4-6310-4060-89b6-e3b20a51cecf |
| 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 | 5 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jan 2018 |
| Contract period | 5 Feb 2018 - 31 Jan 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £41,824 |
| 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 | GATESHEAD COUNCIL |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 1HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2018 at 08:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0f029a4-6310-4060-89b6-e3b20a51cecf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0f029a4-6310-4060-89b6-e3b20a51cecf
  5th February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gateshead.gov.uk

## Provenance

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