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title: "Provision of Computing Nodes"
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# Provision of Computing Nodes

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e15f5fb8-0bd1-497f-971f-4be22f2091f0

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER, which has initiated a tender titled "Provision of Computing Nodes" in the computing and office equipment sector. The contract value is £144,053 and is aimed at delivering goods in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process was conducted using a limited method, specifically competitive quotations below the threshold. The tender period concluded on 31 January 2019, while the contract was awarded to Dell Corporation Ltd on 7 February 2019, with a contract period running from 19 February to 31 March 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their business in the technology sector. Businesses that specialise in computing equipment and related technologies would benefit from participating in similar tenders, as this indicates a demand for office and computing supplies. Competing suppliers should focus on delivering high-quality products and demonstrating their value to potential buyers in the public sector.

## Notice

Award of contract - Provision of Computing Nodes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61dda200-53df-4a47-b0e2-61f2d0135109 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 19 Feb 2019 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £144,053 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £144,053 |
| 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 MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

## Release History

- 8 May 2019 at 12:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61dda200-53df-4a47-b0e2-61f2d0135109

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61dda200-53df-4a47-b0e2-61f2d0135109
  8th May 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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