---
title: "Award of contract for Server hardware and support refresh - University of Aberdeen"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000833536"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN"
published: "2026-06-02"
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# Award of contract for Server hardware and support refresh - University of Aberdeen

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000833536

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen has awarded a contract under the Jisc framework for Network Solutions focused on refreshing server hardware and support, including maintenance of corporate DNS, DHCP, IPAM servers and DNS threat protection. This procurement falls under the Education category and is situated in Aberdeen, UK. The process was carried out via an open procedure and reached the award stage on 28th May 2026. The contract, valued at £241,026, signifies a direct award to the top-ranked supplier, IP Performance, as per the framework guidelines. Key procurement activities have concluded, indicating the completion of the tender process.

This contract offers an opportunity for businesses specialised in IT support, particularly those with expertise in network solutions and server hardware, to align with public sector needs. Firms possessing the ability to deliver comprehensive maintenance and threat protection for network servers will find this market sector highly promising. The procurement method favoured small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), reflecting a supportive environment for smaller firms to expand their footprint in the domain of educational institution IT infrastructure management. Businesses with capacity to fulfil similar contracts can consider positioning themselves for future opportunities with the University of Aberdeen and similar institutions using established procurement frameworks.

## Notice

Hardware refresh of our corporate DNS, DHCP and IPAM server maintenance and DNS threat protection. Direct award to top ranked supplier in accordance with Jisc framework for Network Solutions

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Hardware refresh of our corporate DNS, DHCP and IPAM server maintenance and DNS threat protection. Direct award to top ranked supplier in accordance with Jisc framework for Network Solutions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557098 |
| 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 | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 May 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 | £241,026 |

## 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 | IP PERFORMANCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware

## Release History

- 2 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557098

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557098
  Award of contract for Server hardware and support refresh - University of Aberdeen - Hardware refresh of our corporate DNS, DHCP and IPAM server maintenance and DNS threat protection. Direct award to top ranked supplier in accordance with Jisc framework for Network Solutions

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833536

## Provenance

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