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title: "AIX and PowerVM support"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f6b37288-8838-488c-bb6f-4f44c13b6cdd"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
published: "2021-09-30"
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# AIX and PowerVM support

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f6b37288-8838-488c-bb6f-4f44c13b6cdd

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "AIX and PowerVM support", which falls under the industry category of software support services. This contract, valued at £128,761, was awarded through a direct procurement method via a single tender action, with its contract period commencing on 1st May 2020 and concluding on 30th April 2021. The award was officially published on 30th September 2021, and the delivery addresses include various regions within the United Kingdom and beyond.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT support and management services, particularly those with expertise in AIX and PowerVM technologies. While it was awarded to a large enterprise, smaller specialised firms and consultancies may also find opportunities for collaboration or subcontracting. Engaging in such contracts can help businesses expand their portfolios and establish relationships with governmental bodies.

## Notice

Support of AIX and PowerVM Additional information: Purchase subject to IBM Client Relationship Agreement available via the below link.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90843da4-903d-4cf7-86f5-053129f9e963 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2020 - 30 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £128,761 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £128,761 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5AH |
| 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 | Hotwells and Harbourside |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72261000 - Software support services

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2021 at 12:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90843da4-903d-4cf7-86f5-053129f9e963

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90843da4-903d-4cf7-86f5-053129f9e963
  30th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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