Supply of Spectra-Certified Data Tapes to BFI
Awarded01 Aug 2022
Value£450,000.00
SupplierOvation Data Services
AgencyBFI
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryIT & Software
Ended 4mo ago3y 11mo term
Awarded 1 Aug 2022Expired 1 July 2026
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BFI awarded a contract to Ovation Data Services for the supply of Spectra-certified data tapes, including LTO-8 and IBM 3592 JE stock, to support the BFI National Archive's digital preservation system.
The four-year framework agreement, valued at up to £450,000, ensures secure and resilient long-term data preservation for the UK's film heritage and television output.
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