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title: "Data Centre - Back Up Power System for Main Building"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ada3"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ASTON UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-06-04"
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# Data Centre - Back Up Power System for Main Building

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ada3

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## Summary

Aston University engaged in a public procurement process for the project titled "Data Centre - Back Up Power System for Main Building," which falls under the industry category of works, focusing on generators and electrical installations. The procurement took place in Birmingham, UK (region UKG31), with the final contract being awarded on 4th June 2026. The tender involved a limited competition method and was below threshold, tailored for specific suppliers. The contract is now in the completion stage, with the fulfilment period running from 7th May 2026 to 31st July 2026.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses specialising in power systems, including design, supply, and installation of battery UPS systems and generators, to showcase their capabilities and expand their market reach. Companies with expertise in civil and electrical works, as well as those offering ongoing maintenance services, can find it advantageous to engage in such projects. Power Continuity Limited, an SME based in Derby, has been awarded the contract, demonstrating the potential for small to medium enterprises to successfully compete for significant contracts in specialised fields.

## Notice

Provision of a back-up power system for Aston University's Main Building, including the design, supply, installation, integration, testing and commissioning of a battery UPS system and generator, together with associated civil and electrical works. The contract includes short-term arrangements to ensure continuity of service during installation and ongoing maintenance services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052861-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £637,715 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | POWER CONTINUITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 31120000 - Generators
- 31682540 - Substation equipment
- 45315300 - Electricity supply installations

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2026 at 13:24 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052861-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052861-2026
  4th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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