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title: "Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for the University of Sunderland"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-044a4e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND"
published: "2024-06-25"
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# Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for the University of Sunderland

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-044a4e

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland is seeking a Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider for a contract period from November 2024 to November 2027, with possible extensions up to November 2029. The contract has a total value of £6,250,000 GBP, and the closing date for tender submissions is 19th April 2024 at 12 noon. The procurement falls under the category of information technology services, and the University is the buying organization based in Sunderland, United Kingdom.

This tender for Cloud Data Centre services by the University of Sunderland presents an opportunity for IT service providers specialising in cloud data management and related technologies. Businesses offering consulting, software development, system support, and technical computer support services may find this tender well-suited for bidding. The open procurement method and the clear contract details provided create a competitive environment for eligible suppliers to participate in the tender process and potentially expand their service offerings in the industry.

## Notice

AWARDEDThe University of Sunderland and its subsidiaries are looking to appoint a Cloud Data Centre Managed Service Provider, to continue to provide the University cloud data centre services. Commencing November 2024 to November 2027 (with up to 2 x 1-year extensions taking it to a possible November 2029 contract). 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

### Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARDEDThe 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 PS6,249,999 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: Any commissions under this contract or framework maybe subject to external funding from bodies such as DfE, Arts Council, Heritage Lottery Fund, LEP, etc., and the successful suppliers will be expected to work with the University on any funding applications where appropriate. This list of funding bodies is not exhaustive.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019469-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,250,000 |
| Lots value | £6,250,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £6,250,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| 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 | TLC23 Sunderland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ANS GROUP |

## 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

- 25 Jun 2024 at 15:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019469-2024
- 19 Mar 2024 at 12:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008813-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/Home
- https://www.sunderland.ac.uk

## Provenance

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