---
title: "DDN storage"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064c3c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-02-10"
---

# DDN storage

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064c3c

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has successfully completed a procurement process for the maintenance renewal of DDN storage systems, with the contract awarded to Ocf Plc. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on IT services including consulting, software development, and support. The process was conducted without competition as it was below the threshold, with a direct procurement method. This contract is associated with CPV classification 72000000 and has a duration from 20th May 2025 to 17th April 2026. The contract is valued at £34,935 GBP and is governed by the UKPGA 2023/54 legal basis.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those experienced in providing storage solutions and maintenance support. The contract fits well for small to medium enterprises like Ocf Plc, allowing them to leverage their expertise in the technology sector and potentially enhance their portfolio with public sector clients. Such contracts can serve as a platform for business growth by establishing a reputable partnership with academic institutions, fostering further opportunities within the higher education sector or similar public undertakings.

## Notice

DDN storage - maintenance renewal 2025/2

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011771-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 May 2025 - 17 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £34,935 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## 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 Feb 2026 at 11:43 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011771-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011771-2026
  10th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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