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title: "HPC BluePebble Migration Platform and Nodes"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL"
published: "2020-06-12"
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# HPC BluePebble Migration Platform and Nodes

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e6b11be9-77c6-4389-9978-89bd3633534d

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has completed a procurement process for the "HPC BluePebble Migration Platform and Nodes," classified under the computer equipment and supplies category. The tender, valued at £349,235, was conducted as a selective procurement via a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period running from 2nd June 2020 to 5th June 2025. The award notice was published on 12th June 2020, and delivery is expected to take place in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process has reached the award stage and the supplier selected for this contract is XMA Ltd.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in computer equipment and technology solutions, particularly those with the capacity to manage large-scale projects within the educational sector. Companies that can provide innovative migration platforms and related services would be well-positioned to compete, especially those with experience in working with universities and public sector organisations. The lengthy contract period also allows for sustained business engagement and potential follow-on opportunities.

## Notice

HPC BluePebble Migration Platform and Nodes purchased via Direct Award from Lot 3b (HPC) of the SUPC SSSNA Framework agreement

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/982d088e-0f2f-42c8-b6fe-5c277b8185ba |
| 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 | 12 Jun 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 28 May 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jun 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2020 - 5 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £349,235 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £349,235 |
| 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 BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2020 at 09:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/982d088e-0f2f-42c8-b6fe-5c277b8185ba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/982d088e-0f2f-42c8-b6fe-5c277b8185ba
  12th June 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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