PSD17226 Research Services

THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)

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Summary of the contracting process

The Common Services Agency, better known as Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSD Scotland), is the buying organisation for a completed procurement process titled "PSD17226 Research Services" in the health sector. This contract, located in Edinburgh, has moved into the award stage with a signing date of 28th May 2026. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, welcoming all eligible parties to compete for the contract. This opportunity was part of the G-cloud 14 framework, highlighting its integration into broader governmental digital initiatives.

The contract, valued at £367,200, presents significant opportunities for businesses in the research services industry, particularly for those offering innovative research solutions tailored to public sector needs. Although the award has been made to Gartner UK Limited, businesses specialising in health services, consultancy, or those already participating in government frameworks like G-cloud may find potential future opportunities in similar tenders. Organisations can use this contract as a barometer to understand the state's requirements and refine their offerings for upcoming procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

PSD17226 Research Services

Notice Description

Research License and Executive Partner

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000833269
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557429
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£367,200 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS PUBLIC SERVICES DELIVERY SCOTLAND) (PSD SCOTLAND)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GARTNER

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