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title: "Storage, Networking, Server, Hardware and Support Services"
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# Storage, Networking, Server, Hardware and Support Services

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8591e90-fb13-4ebe-8b4a-31641a1c6eeb

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## Summary

UK Research and Innovation has completed a procurement process for Storage, Networking, Server, Hardware and Support Services, awarding the contract to Dell Corporation Limited. This contract was established through a direct award under the SSSNA Framework - Lot 1, utilising a selective procurement method. The award was published on 16 February 2026, following an award date of 26 January 2026. The contract period commences on 27 January 2026 and spans until 26 February 2031. The procurement process is categorised under Industry specific software package, Servers, and Computer-related professional services, with the delivery location being identified by postal code OX11 0QX.

This procurement represents a substantial business opportunity, with a contract value of £933,388.99. It's particularly well-suited for large scale enterprises like Dell Corporation due to the nature and size of services required. Companies specialising in storage solutions, server management, networking hardware, and comprehensive support services can leverage such contracts to expand their portfolio and strengthen their market positioning. Smaller businesses may not find this procurement as accessible; however, opportunities based on framework agreements occasionally favour SMEs, offering potential pathways for future engagements.

## Notice

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for the supply of Storage, Networking, Server, Hardware and Support Services. This Call-Off Contract has been sourced via Direct Award to the top ranked supplier against the SSSNA Framework - Lot 1.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4223351-b6a3-46c8-ba43-90b7c1c0d509 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Jan 2026 - 26 Feb 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £933,388 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £933,388 |
| 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 1FL |
| 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 | DELL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 48820000 - Servers
- 72590000 - Computer-related professional services

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2026 at 10:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4223351-b6a3-46c8-ba43-90b7c1c0d509

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4223351-b6a3-46c8-ba43-90b7c1c0d509
  16th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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