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title: "Maintenance for Tape Backup Libraries - University of Aberdeen"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000829875"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN"
published: "2026-06-12"
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# Maintenance for Tape Backup Libraries - University of Aberdeen

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000829875

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen has successfully completed an open procurement process for the "Maintenance for Tape Backup Libraries" contract. This process aimed to secure software and hardware support for the institution's HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Libraries. The procurement, classified under the Education sector and marked by the CPV code 50312600, concluded with the award being granted to PMD Data Solutions on 11 June 2026. The total contract value is £60,000, covering services in the Aberdeen region (UKM50) with options for four additional 12-month extensions. This contracting process, initiated as an open procedure, began with tender publication and progressed through active award into contract finalisation, ensuring transparent adherence to procedural guidelines.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity, particularly for SMEs specialising in IT hardware maintenance and support services. Companies equipped with expertise in data storage solutions and capable of providing comprehensive maintenance services could find significant growth potential through contracts of this nature. The University of Aberdeen's requirement for reliable tape library maintenance underscores the ongoing demand for specialised technical support services within educational institutions, allowing businesses to form robust partnerships and expand their market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

AWARD NOTICE FOR software and hardware support for two HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Libraries.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARD NOTICE FOR software and hardware support for two HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Libraries.. Spends is estimated total spend including extensions

Options: 4 x optional 12 month extensions

Renewal: 4 x optional 12 month extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557920 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jun 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 | £60,000 |

## 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 | PMD DATA SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50312600 - Maintenance and repair of information technology equipment

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557920
- 20 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554248

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554248
  Maintenance for Tape Backup Libraries - University of Aberdeen - The University of Aberdeen are looking to appoint a single supplier who can provide software and hardware support for two HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Libraries as described in the Invitation To Tender documentation.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557920
  Maintenance for Tape Backup Libraries - University of Aberdeen - AWARD NOTICE FOR software and hardware support for two HP StoreEver MSL6480 Tape Libraries.

## Notice URLs

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- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
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- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829875
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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