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title: "DfT - HR Research Services"
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# DfT - HR Research Services

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e03e7ef4-3fd8-438d-bdaa-e1beb65ffc63

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## Summary

This public procurement process, initiated by the Department for Transport (DfTc), involves the provision of HR Research Services, focusing on research, advice, and tools for HR functions. This contract, classified under "Research and development services and related consultancy services" (CPV 73000000), covers a wide range of delivery locations including the United Kingdom and other regions worldwide. The procurement method used was a selective process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender, valued at £315,900, was awarded to Gartner UK Limited with a contract period set from 1st February 2026 to 31st January 2029. The procurement process reached the award stage on 16th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially those in the research and consultancy services sector. Companies that can offer comprehensive HR solutions and wish to provide associated consultancy services would find this contract conducive to business growth. Given the suitability for SMEs, smaller enterprises with specialized HR expertise have a competitive edge, particularly those capable of delivering innovative HR solutions and support services globally. The involvement of a large supplier such as Gartner UK Limited also emphasizes the need for robust expertise and resources in the chosen partner.

## Notice

Provision of research, advice and tools for HR function including benchmarking, templates, toolkits etc. Also access to HR experts to advise, coach and support HR leaders.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9f74ebb-8ed3-4767-b850-55c6ac87e550 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £315,900 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £315,900 |
| 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 | DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2026 at 15:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9f74ebb-8ed3-4767-b850-55c6ac87e550

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9f74ebb-8ed3-4767-b850-55c6ac87e550
  20th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9cf2fc46-6e44-4af5-a3c1-d4e866b72ac4
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