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title: "Subscription based research services"
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# Subscription based research services

Buyer: VCA - VEHICLE CERTIFICATION AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0ce2c15b-bd4d-448f-a5b8-291c0db4e4f7

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## Summary

The procurement process for Subscription Based Research Services, facilitated by the VCA - Vehicle Certification Agency located in Bristol, England, pertains to the IT services industry, specifically under the CPV code for consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This contract has been awarded to Gartner UK Limited following a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement, particularly through G-Cloud 14. The contract covers a period from 1st November 2025 to 31st October 2027, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The award notice was published on 23rd December 2025, with a total contract value of £48,200.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies engaged in IT consulting and related services. It is particularly favourable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), given its recognition of these kinds of organisations as suitable suppliers. Businesses operating across diverse geographical locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, the UK, and globally, may find this tender fitting. The structured and selective procurement process via a framework agreement highlights efficiency and targeted opportunity for established entities within the IT service sector.

## Notice

This contract provides Chief Digital and Information Officer access to an IT Subscription Based Research service. This is a direct award to Gartner following a G-Cloud 14 search and assessment. The contract is for 2 years with an optional +1 year extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ed9fe59-1273-4c7b-beb8-68a01814a554 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,200 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | VCA - VEHICLE CERTIFICATION AGENCY |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS5 6XX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Lockleaze |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol North East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GARTNER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2025 at 11:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ed9fe59-1273-4c7b-beb8-68a01814a554

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ed9fe59-1273-4c7b-beb8-68a01814a554
  23rd December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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