Germany – Magnetic tape storage units – Rahmenvertrag-Magnetbandkassetten

This tender is a framework agreement for the supply of magnetic tape cartridges and cleaning cartridges for IBM TS4500 archive systems (IBM 3592 and LTO types) to the GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH and associated institutes (FAIR, Helmholtz Institute Mainz, Helmholtz Institute Jena). The framework has a maximum duration of 4 years (2 initial + two 1-year extensions) and a maximum estimated volume of 9,000 cartridges, with a framework maximum value of EUR 2,000,000. There is no guaranteed minimum volume. Award is based on mini-competitions among multiple framework partners, with 100% price weighting per lot. Required documents include self-declarations, proof of professional liability insurance, and a participation application. Submission is electronic via DTVP, deadline 21 July 2026.