---
title: "Expansion of IT Virtual Desktop Infrastructure - Award Notice"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000547149"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN"
published: "2018-06-18"
---

# Expansion of IT Virtual Desktop Infrastructure - Award Notice

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000547149

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen has completed a procurement process for the "Expansion of IT Virtual Desktop Infrastructure" using an open tender method. This initiative falls under the goods category, specifically related to technology hardware, and was executed in Aberdeen, UK. The award notice, finalised on 11 June 2018, values the contract at £125,000. This procurement process aimed at enhancing the university's desktop virtualisation capabilities to manage increasing workloads.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for IT companies specialising in technology hardware and virtualisation solutions. Businesses that are well-suited to compete include large-scale suppliers capable of delivering the necessary infrastructure and services, especially those familiar with the Crown Commercial Services framework. Engaging in such contracts can help these businesses expand their market presence within the educational sector.

## Notice

Contract Award Notice for Expansion of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure using CCS Framework RM3733 Technology Hardware - Lot 1 (Hardware)

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Expansion of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure within the University of Aberdeen. Due to increasing workloads there is a drive for increased desktop virtualisation to enhance the resource available.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322457 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jun 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £125,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB24 3FX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOENIX SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2018 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322457

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322457
  Expansion of IT Virtual Desktop Infrastructure - Award Notice - Contract Award Notice for Expansion of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure using CCS Framework RM3733 Technology Hardware - Lot 1 (Hardware)

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000547149

## Provenance

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