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title: "SAS Analytics Pro Licences 2026-29"
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# SAS Analytics Pro Licences 2026-29

Buyer: NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-03834f77-5f26-4776-a332-16cb4e4639e9

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## Summary

The National Audit Office (NAO) has completed its procurement process for the SAS Analytics Pro Licences 2026-29 contract. This contract, valued at £21,132, was awarded to SAS Software Limited, a large-scale supplier, on 9th February 2026. The procurement was classified under the CPV code 72316000, indicating a focus on data analysis services. The procurement method used was a competitive quotation below the threshold, indicative of a limited procurement process. The contract will commence on 1st March 2026 and conclude on 28th February 2029, with services delivered to the NAO's location in London, postcode SW1W 9SP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the data analysis services industry to form long-term partnerships with key public sector clients such as the NAO. The procurement was particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, highlighting the NAO’s commitment to engaging a diverse range of suppliers. Businesses specialising in providing analytical software solutions and possessing the capability to service financial audit needs could greatly benefit from similar procurement opportunities. By participating in such tenders, companies can enhance their reputation and expand their market presence within the public sector.

## Notice

The National Audit Office (NAO) has awarded a contract to SAS Software Ltd. The supplier will provide SAS Analytics Pro licences which are required by the NAO to effectively review and validate analytical models created with SAS by some of its key financial audit clients. The contract will run for a period of three years, commencing on the 1st of March 2026 until the 28th of February 2029.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de03e4d7-f614-48bb-9d3e-2c35d1d64587 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £21,132 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £21,132 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1W 9SP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Pimlico North |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SAS SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72316000 - Data analysis services

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 15:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de03e4d7-f614-48bb-9d3e-2c35d1d64587

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de03e4d7-f614-48bb-9d3e-2c35d1d64587
  9th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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