SUPC High Performance Computing Framework

EVENT DETAILS

Timings: 11:30 - 12:30

Online Event

We are pleased to announce the launch of the new High Performance Computing Framework to SUPC members. This new standalone framework replaces lot 4 of the SSSNA. The retendered agreement provides a compliant and responsible route for universities to purchase High Performance Computers.

Offering a cost-effective procurement option with 7 expert suppliers that have extensive experience in servicing the HE sector. The agreement will run for a 2-year period from 1 September 2025 with a permissible extension through to September 2029 if invoked. The agreement is open to all SUPC members, as well as those from the following UKUPC consortia: HEPCW, LUPC, NEUPC, NWUPC and APUC.

Join us to hear about the benefits of using the High Performance Computing (HPC) Framework Agreement, including how the framework will operate and the benefits of using the framework. Join us on 1 October to learn more about the HPC framework and to hear from our top ranked Supplier, Dell Technologies.

Key benefits of using the framework:

• Procurement efficiency – reduces time and administrative costs associated with repeatedly negotiating contracts. Once the framework is in place, individual orders (call-offs) can be made quickly under pre-agreed terms
• Improved SRM – encourages long-term collaboration, which can lead to better service, innovation, and problem-solving. Strategic partnerships are being emphasised more than transactional supplier relationships
• Agreed pricing – pre-negotiated pricing or discount structures can lead to cost savings and easier budgeting
• Better compliance – centralised agreements allow for better control over legal, ethical, and quality standards across multiple purchases
• Expert suppliers – all with vast experience of working with the HE sector
• Framework Levy of 0.5%
• All hardware pricing includes a standard 5-year next business day fix on-site warranty, together with an option to extend the warranty period up to 7 years
• New Call off Contract for Institutions to use as template for contracting with suppliers

About SUPC

At Southern Universities Procurement Consortium (SUPC), we help universities and colleges buy smarter. Members use our frameworks and support services to make sure their procurement activities deliver value for money to students, staff and wider communities. Visit our member resources page to learn more about using frameworks with us, including our Pocket Procurement videos series.

We are part of the SUMS group, which also includes SUMS Consulting and the Procurement Shared Service. The SUMS group provides procurement and consultancy solutions to the higher education sector.

Explore more benefits of SUPC membership, here.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS

*This webinar is for our community of SUPC and the following partner consortium: (LUPC), (NWUPC), (NEUPC),(APUC) and (HEPCW).*

Registrations close at 12 pm on Tuesday 30 September 2025. Please 'REGISTER' above to secure your place. Joining instructions will be sent by email closer to the event.

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