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Subscription for Shared Services Outsourcing Network (SSON)- Replacement

CABINET OFFICE

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04 Sep 2025 at 11:34

Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office, located in London, has completed the procurement process for a subscription to the Shared Services Outsourcing Network (SSON). This contract awards a comprehensive package including interactive data tools, analytics workbooks, and Research Insight Reports, categorised under subscription services. The procurement followed a direct method, specifically noted as below threshold, without competition. The contract commenced on 27th August 2025 and extends until 26th August 2027, valued at £50,000, with a gross amount of £60,000. Key legal and procurement frameworks are adhered to as per the UKPGA specifications.

This procurement presents an opportunity for SMEs involved in service provision, particularly subscription services within the data analytics sector, to engage with central government bodies like the Cabinet Office. Although the current tender has been awarded, similar opportunities for collaboration may arise under direct procurement methods, especially if companies can offer specialised services that enhance data and research insights. Business growth may be fostered by aligning products and services with government needs in efficient and innovative ways.

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Notice Title

Subscription for Shared Services Outsourcing Network (SSON)- Replacement

Notice Description

Full access to SSON's interactive data tools, analytics workbooks and Research Insight Reports.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059408
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053888-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
26 Aug 2025 - 26 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IQPC SHARED SERVICES LTD (SSON

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