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Gartner Research Services

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2025 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

Essex County Council has completed the procurement process for Gartner Research Services, a subscription-based research service. The call-off was done via the G-Cloud 14 framework agreement, classified under CPV code 79980000 (Subscription services). The contract, valued at £156,500, spans from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026 and covers the East of England. Key dates include the tender period end on 31 March 2025, with the award date being on 1 April 2025. The procurement method was selective, focusing on suppliers from an existing framework.

This contract offers strong business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs capable of providing high-quality research services. Companies specialising in subscription-based model services will find this tender especially relevant. Participation in such a contract allows businesses to form stable relations and gain recognition in public sector frameworks, particularly the G-Cloud 14. Gartner UK Limited has been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for large-scale enterprises to compete in selective procurements. Businesses aligning with Essex County Council’s needs and standards can leverage similar opportunities to expand their market presence effectively.

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Notice Title

Gartner Research Services

Notice Description

Provision of a subscription based Research Service. Call-off via G-Cloud 14

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9fe1d905-971a-46c3-a656-0795cdbd36b9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f43fedc-99a8-4583-8c74-a9e74d2d16da
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£156,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£156,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Thelma Maposa
Contact Email
thelma.maposa@essex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GARTNER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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