IT4LIA AI-Optimised Supercomputer

The AI supercomputer at CINECA is designed to simplify the use of high-performance computing for AI-related tasks by providing users with pre-configured environments, such as Docker containers and Singularity modules. A key focus is on facilitating flexible, scalable, and secure workflows through tools like Kubernetes and GitLab. The deployment of …

CPV: 30211100 Supercomputador
Prazo:
10 de Novembro de 2025 às 16:00
Tipo de prazo:
Submissão da oferta
Local de execução:
IT4LIA AI-Optimised Supercomputer
Local de premiação:
European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking
Número do prémio:
EUROHPC/2025/OP/0008

1. Buyer

1.1 Buyer

Official name : European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking
Legal type of the buyer : EU institution, body or agency
Activity of the contracting authority : General public services

2. Procedure

2.1 Procedure

Title : IT4LIA AI-Optimised Supercomputer
Description : The AI supercomputer at CINECA is designed to simplify the use of high-performance computing for AI-related tasks by providing users with pre-configured environments, such as Docker containers and Singularity modules. A key focus is on facilitating flexible, scalable, and secure workflows through tools like Kubernetes and GitLab. The deployment of Kubernetes, alongside traditional batch systems, supports the orchestration of complex workflows, enables interactive computing (e.g., with JupyterHub), and enhances scalability. This infrastructure aligns with industry practices and offers a more seamless transition for private sector users. Additionally, Kubernetes' support for secure, multi-tenant environments addresses stringent security and resource-sharing needs.
Procedure identifier : 0d6efbd5-6976-4d7c-a6a3-ff3f0a866080
Internal identifier : EUROHPC/2025/OP/0008
Type of procedure : Open
The procedure is accelerated : no

2.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Supplies
Main classification ( cpv ): 30211100 Super computer

2.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Luxembourg
Anywhere in the given country
Additional information : Please consult the procurement documents.

2.1.3 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 290 000 000 Euro

2.1.4 General information

Additional information : In case of unavailability or disruptions in the functioning of the electronic means of communication provided in Section 5.1.11 in the last 5 calendar days before the time limit for receipt indicated in Section 5.1.12, the contracting authority reserves the right to extend this time limit and publish the extension at the Internet address provided in Section 5.1.11, without a preceding publication of a corrigendum to this notice. Economic operators interested in this procurement are invited to subscribe to the call for tenders at the address in Section 5.1.11 in order to get notified when new information or documents are published.
Legal basis :
Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509

2.1.6 Grounds for exclusion

Sources of grounds for exclusion : Procurement Document

5. Lot

5.1 Lot technical ID : LOT-0001

Title : IT4LIA AI-Optimised Supercomputer
Description : The AI supercomputer at CINECA is designed to simplify the use of high-performance computing for AI-related tasks by providing users with pre-configured environments, such as Docker containers and Singularity modules. A key focus is on facilitating flexible, scalable, and secure workflows through tools like Kubernetes and GitLab. The deployment of Kubernetes, alongside traditional batch systems, supports the orchestration of complex workflows, enables interactive computing (e.g., with JupyterHub), and enhances scalability. This infrastructure aligns with industry practices and offers a more seamless transition for private sector users. Additionally, Kubernetes' support for secure, multi-tenant environments addresses stringent security and resource-sharing needs.
Internal identifier : EUROHPC/2025/OP/0008

5.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Supplies
Main classification ( cpv ): 30211100 Super computer

5.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Luxembourg
Anywhere in the given country
Additional information : Please consult the procurement documents.

5.1.3 Estimated duration

Duration : 72 Month

5.1.5 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 290 000 000 Euro

5.1.6 General information

Reserved participation : Participation is not reserved.
Procurement Project fully or partially financed with EU Funds.
Information about European Union funds
EU funds programme : Digital Europe Programme (2021/2027)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) : no

5.1.9 Selection criteria

Sources of selection criteria : Procurement Document

5.1.10 Award criteria

Criterion :
Type : Quality
Criterion :
Type : Price
Description of the method to be used if weighting cannot be expressed by criteria : Please consult the procurement documents.

5.1.11 Procurement documents

5.1.12 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Electronic submission : Required
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted : Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, German, Greek, English, Spanish, Estonian, Finnish, French, Irish, Croatian, Hungarian, Italian, Lithuanian, Latvian, Maltese, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Slovenian, Swedish
Electronic catalogue : Not allowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders : 10/11/2025 16:00 +01:00
Deadline until which the tender must remain valid : 6 Month
Information about public opening :
Opening date : 11/11/2025 16:00 +01:00
Terms of contract :
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmes : No
Electronic invoicing : Allowed
Electronic ordering will be used : yes
Electronic payment will be used : yes

5.1.15 Techniques

Framework agreement :
No framework agreement
Information about the dynamic purchasing system :
No dynamic purchase system

5.1.16 Further information, mediation and review

Review organisation : Court of Justice of the European Union
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures : European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking

8. Organisations

8.1 ORG-0001

Official name : European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking
Registration number : EUROHPC
Department : EUROHPC.JUDIR - JU Directorate,EUROHPC.JUDIR.PROGINFRA - Programmes Infrastructure
Postal address : 12, Rue Guillaume Kroll, Technopolis Building - Wing E
Town : Luxembourg
Postcode : L-2920
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Luxembourg ( LU000 )
Country : Luxembourg
Telephone : +32 2 299 11 11
Roles of this organisation :
Buyer
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures

8.1 ORG-0002

Official name : Court of Justice of the European Union
Registration number : CURIA
Postal address : Rue du Fort Niedergrünewald
Town : Luxembourg
Postcode : L-2925
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Luxembourg ( LU000 )
Country : Luxembourg
Telephone : +352 4303-1
Internet address : http://curia.europa.eu
Roles of this organisation :
Review organisation

8.1 ORG-0003

Official name : European Commission
Registration number : EUCOM
Postal address : Mondrian (CDMA), Rue du Champ de Mars 21
Town : Brussels
Postcode : B-1050
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Arr. de Bruxelles-Capitale/Arr. Brussel-Hoofdstad ( BE100 )
Country : Belgium
Telephone : +32 2 299 11 11
Roles of this organisation :
TED eSender

Notice information

Notice identifier/version : a23659cb-0963-4f10-9729-f7c0fcc81e71 - 01
Form type : Competition
Notice type : Contract or concession notice – standard regime
Notice dispatch date : 03/10/2025 10:48 +02:00
Languages in which this notice is officially available : English
Notice publication number : 00650924-2025
OJ S issue number : 191/2025
Publication date : 06/10/2025