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title: "Research Services - Finance"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-163603c4-1bfe-4de5-bd68-48235c29dfa1"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY"
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# Research Services - Finance

Buyer: DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-163603c4-1bfe-4de5-bd68-48235c29dfa1

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## Summary

The procurement process was led by the DVSA - Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, headquartered in Bristol, England. It involved awarding a contract for "Research Services - Finance," classified under subscription services. This selective procurement was executed as a call-off from a framework agreement, and the total contract value, following a variation, amounts to £192,016.66. The scope covers multiple regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The contract period runs from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2026, underscoring substantial engagement with the supplier Gartner UK, a large-scale organisation located in Egham, Surrey. Key dates include the award date on 23rd September 2024 and the publication of the awarded notice on 1st October 2024, with a notable update on 21st August 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for large businesses with capabilities in delivering subscription-based research services within the finance sector. Companies with an established presence across diverse geographical territories, including Europe and the UK, would be well-positioned to capitalise on such contracts. Collaboration with established frameworks not only aligns with public procurement standards but also offers a strategic pathway for sustained business growth within governmental service sectors. Despite the tender being concluded, understanding its dynamics can provide businesses with insights into future similar procurements.

## Notice

This is a variation to add an additional licence. The contract is for Subscription based Research Services for Finance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0222fe7-4f8e-4e58-81d6-6c1f44e21b33 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £192,016 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £192,016 |
| 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 | DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS5 0DA |
| 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 | Lawrence Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2025 at 08:14 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0222fe7-4f8e-4e58-81d6-6c1f44e21b33
- 1 Oct 2024 at 08:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0222fe7-4f8e-4e58-81d6-6c1f44e21b33

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0222fe7-4f8e-4e58-81d6-6c1f44e21b33
  21st August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fd15daf3-83fe-43ee-a40f-c1082089d9ef
  n/a

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