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Electronic Signing Pilot via CCS G Cloud 14

STEVENAGE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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17 Feb 2026 at 12:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, recently completed by Stevenage Borough Council, involves the acquisition of an electronic signing software solution through the CCS G Cloud 14 framework. With Node4 Limited (UK) as the supplier and Docusign as the service provider, this initiative focuses on enhancing document signing capabilities for the council. The contract, valued at £42,821.68, covers a period extending from 19th January 2026 to 18th January 2028, with the option to extend for another year. Classified under software package and information systems, it aims at streamlining operations within the council's allocations, housing options, and next step lets services across East of England. The procurement method adopted was selective, facilitated through a call-off from a framework agreement, marking the award stage of this process as of 18th December 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, especially those in the digital services sector, looking to engage with public projects and expand their market presence. The procurement's focus on software and information systems makes it ideal for SMEs and VCSEs with expertise in SaaS solutions. As Docusign's electronic signing technology continues to play a vital role in optimising document management processes, companies that excel in software provision and customer service within the public sector will find this contract attractive for future collaborations and expertise expansion.

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Notice Title

Electronic Signing Pilot via CCS G Cloud 14

Notice Description

"Purchase of SaaS solution from Docusign, that enables electronic document signing, with the potential for electronic sealing in the future. Docusign is supplied via reseller Node4. Provision of 10,000 envelopes, available to anyone across the council over a period of 24 months, without the need for a named license holder. Option to purchase more envelopes during contract period and includes training for use cases in 3 Service areas - Allocations, Housing Options and Next Step Lets."

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/674737f4-2072-4e3a-8c0e-7d1207d3442d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,821 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,821 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jan 2026 - 18 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STEVENAGE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STEVENAGE
Postcode
SG1 1HN
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stevenage
Electoral Ward
Old Town
Westminster Constituency
Stevenage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NODE4 LIMITED (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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