Research and Advisory Subscription to Gartner
Overview
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NAICS
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is issuing a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for a Research and Advisory Subscription to Gartner. This is a Limited Source Justification for a Firm Fixed-Price contract to renew essential IT research and advisory services for the FBI's Criminal Justice Information Service Division (CJIS). Responses are due March 27, 2026.
Purpose and Scope
The FBI requires in-depth research, analysis, and advisory services covering IT Key Metrics, IT Budget, Enterprise Architecture, IT Infrastructure & Operations, Program & Portfolio Management, Sourcing, and Applications. These services provide independent, objective research, analysis of vendor offerings, technologies, and business processes. The subscription offers rapid knowledge and insight, guidance for decision cycles, direct analyst access, and a globally recognized neutral decision support system. It also provides access to a network of CIOs and IT leaders for best practices.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Limited Source Justification)
- Contract Type: New contract/agreement; Firm Fixed Price
- Statutory Authority: 41 U.S.C. 152(3)/ 40 U.S.C. 501, FAR 8.405-6(a)(b)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Limited Source Justification)
- Place of Performance: Washington, DC, United States
- Published Date: March 26, 2026
Rationale for Limited Source
The FBI has utilized Gartner for over six years and determined that its vendor-neutral stance, focus on IT strategy, and extensive research library are unique and essential. Market research was conducted, concluding that no other subscription offers the same breadth and depth of IT research and analysis, and the anticipated cost will be fair and reasonable. The FBI commits to continuous market research to identify opportunities for future competition.
Response Information
- Response Due Date: March 27, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
- Primary Contact: Donald B. Carlston (dbcarlston@fbi.gov)