---
title: "DiRAC 2.5x Parallel Supercomputer facility for theoretical modelling HPC based research"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000523747"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2017-12-20"
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# DiRAC 2.5x Parallel Supercomputer facility for theoretical modelling HPC based research

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000523747

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh recently completed the procurement process for the "DiRAC 2.5x Parallel Supercomputer facility for theoretical modelling HPC based research." This contract falls under the education sector and is classified as involving the procurement of goods, specifically a supercomputing facility. The contract, signed on 18 December 2017, spans a period of three years, with options to extend for an additional two years. The procurement method followed was a selective procedure, and all related activities took place in Edinburgh, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in high-performance computing, supercomputing infrastructure, and related technological services. Companies with expertise in creating advanced theoretical modelling resources or that can offer similar computing facilities are particularly well-suited to compete in future procurements of this nature. Engaging with the University of Edinburgh and understanding their specific needs could lead to successful partnerships and growth within the public sector market.

## Notice

DiRAC 2.5x Parallel Supercomputer facility for theoretical modelling and HPC-based research

### Lot Information

Lot 1

DiRAC 2.5x Parallel Supercomputer facility for theoretical modelling and HPC-based research

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC305109 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30211100 - Super computer

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2017 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC305109

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC305109
  DiRAC 2.5x Parallel Supercomputer facility for theoretical modelling HPC based research - DiRAC 2.5x Parallel Supercomputer facility for theoretical modelling and HPC-based research

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000523747

## Provenance

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