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title: "APC Symmetra Battery Replacement"
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# APC Symmetra Battery Replacement

Buyer: DURHAM UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-edc9e879-fcbc-4cee-888f-0cff1aed24ab

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Durham University, seeking a full battery replacement for two APC Symmetra PX500 UPS units utilised at the Arthur Holmes 1 datacentre. This procurement is categorised under goods, specifically for batteries, with a total value of £58,780. The procurement method was a limited process, employing competitive quotations, and was completed within its tender period, which ended on 14 September 2018. The awarded contract commenced on 24 September 2018 and is scheduled to conclude on 31 December 2018, with the contract notice published on 3 October 2018.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for companies engaged in the supply of battery technology and related services, particularly those capable of providing high-quality products for critical infrastructure. Suppliers, especially those experienced in providing solutions for electronic equipment and data centres, would be well-suited to engage in future tenders from Durham University or similar institutions. With such contracts, businesses can not only secure a stable revenue stream but also enhance their reputation within the academic and technology sectors.

## Notice

Full Battery replacement of the 2 APC Symmetra PX500 UPS units that provide cover for the Arthur Holmes 1 datacentre.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d2ed513-af49-41ba-8ea0-242d5269b6ef |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 23 Sep 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £58,780 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £58,780 |
| 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 | DURHAM UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 3LE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Durham South |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ADVANCED POWER TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31440000 - Batteries

## Release History

- 3 Oct 2018 at 14:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d2ed513-af49-41ba-8ea0-242d5269b6ef

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d2ed513-af49-41ba-8ea0-242d5269b6ef
  3rd October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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