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DDaT25514 - Electronic signature software

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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16 Feb 2026 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, pertains to the provision of electronic signature software under the title "DDaT25514 - Electronic Signature Software". Designed especially for the services industry, this contract was sourced through the G Cloud 14 Framework (RM1557.14) using a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The initial contract term is for 12 months with the option to extend for another year, starting from 5 February 2026 to 4 February 2027. The total value for each term amounts to £56,873.25, excluding VAT. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, having been completed and published on 16 February 2026, with SCG Corporate Limited identified as the supplier. The delivery address is specified within the United Kingdom.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the software and information systems category to deliver innovative solutions in electronic signature software. Companies adept in software solutions, particularly those with expertise in electronic documentation and signature technology, would be well-suited to compete for similar tenders. The framework-based procurement method and focus on software services indicate opportunities for technology firms, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to leverage their technological competencies and engage with a reputed organisation such as UK Research and Innovation through UK Shared Business Services Limited.

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Notice Title

DDaT25514 - Electronic signature software

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for Electronic signature software. This has been sourced via a longlist shortlist exercise on the G Cloud 14 Framework (RM1557.14). This Call-Off Contract will be concluded for an initial term of 12 months, with the option to extend for a further 12 months (1+1). The total value of the initial 12 months term shall be PS56,873.25 excluding VAT. The value of the optional 12 months extension shall be PS56,873.25 excluding VAT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ac610169-481d-4e27-8b9b-470195a51e2f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82fb7b58-fe7f-47d0-b1f6-241436081fa1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£113,746 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£56,873 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 Feb 2026 - 4 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ddatprocurement@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
0734000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCG CORPORATE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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