---
title: "National Compute and Associated Hardware Requirements"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000824477"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-02-23"
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# National Compute and Associated Hardware Requirements

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000824477

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## Summary

The Scottish Police Authority has completed the award stage for their procurement process titled "National Compute and Associated Hardware Requirements." This initiative falls under the Public Order and Safety industry category and aims to replace the existing Cisco UCS M5 Blade Server and Cisco MDS SAN Switch estate. The procurement method followed was an open procedure, signifying a transparent competitive bidding environment. The contract, signed on 6th February 2026, is valued at £2,999,999. The project will be primarily delivered in the Glasgow region, UKM, with provisions for updating the compute requirements as necessary throughout the contract period.

This procurement contract provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in technology hardware and services. With the contract awarded to Akhter Computers Limited, a small or medium-sized enterprise, the process highlights opportunities for similar-sized firms specialising in computing hardware to collaborate or compete in future tenders. Companies that offer advanced technology solutions, server maintenance, or SAN switch replacements would be well-positioned to contribute or expand in this area. Participating in similar procurement opportunities aids business diversification and adaptation to new technological demands within public safety sectors.

## Notice

The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") has awarded a multi-year Contract to assist with the replacement of our existing Cisco UCS M5 Blade Server and Cisco MDS SAN Switch estate.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") has awarded a multi-year Contract to assist with the replacement of our existing Cisco UCS M5 Blade Server and Cisco MDS SAN Switch estate.

Options: The Compute Requirements is non-exhaustive and additional requirements may be placed throughout the Call-Off Contract period that may be necessary for any upgrades and replacement purposes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550163 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,999,999 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G40 4EH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Calton |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow East |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AKHTER COMPUTERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550163

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550163
  National Compute and Associated Hardware Requirements - The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") has awarded a multi-year Contract to assist with the replacement of our existing Cisco UCS M5 Blade Server and Cisco MDS SAN Switch estate.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.spa.police.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824477

## Provenance

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