--- title: "Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for the University of Sunderland" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f259ad89-70b8-4fda-9bbe-d68758bb6172" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f259ad89-70b8-4fda-9bbe-d68758bb6172" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f259ad89-70b8-4fda-9bbe-d68758bb6172.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f259ad89-70b8-4fda-9bbe-d68758bb6172.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND" published: "2024-03-20" --- # Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for the University of Sunderland Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f259ad89-70b8-4fda-9bbe-d68758bb6172 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f259ad89-70b8-4fda-9bbe-d68758bb6172) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f259ad89-70b8-4fda-9bbe-d68758bb6172.json) ## Summary The University of Sunderland is looking to appoint a Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for a contract from November 2024 to November 2027, with the possibility of 2 one-year extensions. The anticipated value of the Services is approximately £4,166,666 excluding VAT. The closing date for submissions is 19 April 2024 at 12 noon. This procurement opportunity falls under the IT services category and is located in Sunderland, North East, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold. This tender presents an opportunity for businesses engaged in IT services, consulting, software development, internet, and support to compete for a significant contract with the University of Sunderland. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to bid for this contract. By expressing interest through InTend, businesses can access all relevant tender documents and essential information. The contract period is from November 2024 to November 2027, with potential extensions, offering a stable opportunity for selected businesses to grow and establish long-term partnerships with the University. ## Notice The University of Sunderland and its subsidiaries are looking to appoint a Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider, commencing November 2024 to November 2027 (with up to 2 x 1-year extensions taking it to a possible November 2029 contract). The anticipated value of the Services is approximately PS4,166,666 excluding VAT. For the purpose of this tender award and any subsequent services which may be connected with the original award, we reserve the right to spend a further 50% (up to PS6,250,000 excluding VAT) of the anticipated spend subject to changes in University requirements or changes to legislation. There are no guarantees on spend levels. By expressing your interest in the tender through InTend you will be given access to all the tender documents which outline the requirements and relevant dates, essential information, and what is required. Closing date for submission of tenders responses is - 12 noon - 19 April 2024 Additional information: Expressions of interest and tender documents are available via In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b854da-3516-488a-8f36-d20ad43c1dcc | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Mar 2024 | | Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Nov 2024 - 28 Nov 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND | | Locality | SUNDERLAND | | Post town | Sunderland | | Postcode | SR1 3SD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland | | Local authority | Sunderland | | Electoral ward | Millfield | | Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 72222300 - Information technology services - 72253200 - Systems support services - 72267100 - Maintenance of information technology software - 72611000 - Technical computer support services ## Release History - 20 Mar 2024 at 12:51 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b854da-3516-488a-8f36-d20ad43c1dcc - 19 Mar 2024 at 12:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b854da-3516-488a-8f36-d20ad43c1dcc - 19 Mar 2024 at 12:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b854da-3516-488a-8f36-d20ad43c1dcc ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3b854da-3516-488a-8f36-d20ad43c1dcc 20th March 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/finance/sections/procurement/ - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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