---
title: "Award of contract for deep learning server"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000616335"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN"
published: "2020-02-27"
---

# Award of contract for deep learning server

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000616335

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen has awarded a contract for the provision of a deep learning server following a mini-competition against the Crown Commercial Services Framework RM3733 – Lot 1. This procurement process, classified under the goods category, is based in Aberdeen, UK. The contract was signed on 3rd February 2020, and the process utilised an open procurement method. The tender was previously in the planning stage and involved three electronic bids, all of which came from foreign suppliers outside the EU, with no bids received from SMEs.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for large technology firms and service providers specialising in hardware and IT solutions to expand their business in the education sector. Companies with expertise in delivering advanced computing solutions, particularly those experienced in working with public institutions like universities, would be well-positioned to compete for future contracts emerging from similar frameworks. Engaging with large public sector projects can enhance visibility and credibility while potentially leading to collaborative partnerships with established entities in the market.

## Notice

Award of contract following mini competition against Crown Commercial Services Framework RM3733 - Lot 1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB382068 |
| 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 | 27 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £77,138 |

## 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 | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB382068

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB382068
  Award of contract for deep learning server - Award of contract following mini competition against Crown Commercial Services Framework RM3733 - Lot 1

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000616335

## Provenance

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