Expansion of the Machine Learning Cloud Tübingen at HLRS

Summary

The tender covers the expansion of the University of Tübingen’s high-performance computing cluster forming part of its machine-learning cloud at HLRS in Stuttgart. The supplier must deliver, install, configure and acceptance-test GPU and CPU compute nodes, networks, storage connections, racks and liquid cooling, and provide a 60-month warranty, maintenance and support service. The tender price must remain below EUR 8,111,479 excluding VAT, and the work must be completed in 2026. Participation requires annual turnover of at least EUR 15 million, three compliant HPC references, attendance at the mandatory site visit and full compliance with the technical requirements. The tender must be submitted electronically by 11:00 on 12 October 2026.