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Extension - IT Subscription Based Research Services

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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30 Dec 2025 at 10:49

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27 Dec 2023 at 15:49

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Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), located in Southampton, England, has awarded a contract titled "Extension - IT Subscription Based Research Services" under the procurement ID tender_403181/1542083. This contract involves the extension of the G-Cloud 13 Call-Off Contract with Gartner UK Limited for an additional 12 months, commencing on 1st January 2026 and concluding on 31st December 2026. The procurement method utilised is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract falls under the industry category of IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support (CPV code 72000000). The award was made on 30th December 2025, with the contract valued at £123,833.37, and it encompasses delivery to regions including the UK, Europe, and beyond.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in IT consulting, software development, and related services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially considered suitable for participation. Engaging in such contracts can provide businesses with credible references and expand their footprint within both local and international markets, particularly in diverse regions like the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and others. Companies adept in leveraging framework agreements to meet governmental IT needs will find engaging with contracts like these a strategic avenue for business growth and development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Extension - IT Subscription Based Research Services

Notice Description

The extension of the G-Cloud 13 Call-Off Contract with Gartner UK Limited for a further 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-001a1c08-eb6e-4f5c-a7d1-b08f196b6906
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dadf6db-0724-4fd8-b77a-efcc9cf21f8d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£123,833 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£279,833 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Dec 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20232 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO15 1EG
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Banister & Polygon
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GARTNER

Further Information

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