SAM #J-FY26-0100

DIA Gartner Research Subscription Licenses — Brand-Name Sole-Source Justification

DIA is planning a brand-name, sole-source purchase of Gartner research subscription licenses through the Virginia Contracting Activity. - Procurement approach: The justification describes an intended firm-fixed-price order to Gartner, Inc. under Enterprise Software Initiative (ESI) BPA N66001-19-A-0049; this is a justification notice, not an award announcement. - Product: Role-based commercial research subscription licenses providing access to Gartner’s research library, decision tools, benchmarking data, and standard analyst inquiries. - Coverage: Enterprise IT, cybersecurity, data and AI, infrastructure and operations, IT operating models, and sourcing and cost optimization. Named tools include Magic Quadrant, Critical Capabilities, Hype Cycle, and IT Key Metrics. - Quantity and price: The license quantity and price are missing or obscured in the available document. - Sole-source rationale: The justification cites Gartner’s proprietary research methodologies, breadth of coverage, and TOP SECRET facility clearance. - Performance period: A five-year period beginning in September 2026 is described, with options referenced; the end date and option-period details are not available. Fixed pricing for all option periods would be established at award.

Description

This requirement is for a brand name sole source.  See attached J & A.

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