---
title: "Extension/Renewal of DataCore Software Defined Storage EPP"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050061"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE OPEN UNIVERSITY"
published: "2025-04-10"
---

# Extension/Renewal of DataCore Software Defined Storage EPP

Buyer: THE OPEN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050061

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## Summary

THE OPEN UNIVERSITY, located in Milton Keynes, is overseeing the procurement process titled "Extension/Renewal of DataCore Software Defined Storage EPP". This falls under the IT services industry category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The tendering process, identified by OUPA10532, involves the extension or renewal of an existing agreement for a further 24-month period, starting on 3rd April 2025 and ending on 2nd April 2027. The procurement method used was "Below threshold - unknown", and the process has now reached the award stage, with the key dates including the contract signing on 28th March 2025 and the publication of the contract notice on 10th April 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, with a contract value grossing £113,813.56. The awarded contract to Nexstor Limited, a large supplier based in Nottingham, indicates the scale of operations suitable for businesses looking to compete in similar procurements. Companies experienced in software-defined storage solutions and capable of offering robust support and consulting services would be well-suited to pursue such contracts, enabling growth through high-value public sector engagements.

## Notice

Extension/Renewal of DataCore Software Defined Storage EPP Agreement for a further 24 Month/2 Year Period: PS113813.56

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014216-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 2 Apr 2025 - 2 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £94,844 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE OPEN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK7 6AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Monkston |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2025 at 09:55 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014216-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014216-2025
  10th April 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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