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title: "Political Finance Online"
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# Political Finance Online

Buyer: THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8993ce7c-57da-401e-839e-d727b40a9c60

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## Summary

The public procurement process initiated by The Electoral Commission involves modernising the Political Finance Online (PFO) system to replace the outdated Party Election Finance system. This initiative seeks to enhance transparency, compliance, and user experience by delivering a unified, cloud-based solution. The procurement is classified under the industry category of software supply services with a CPV code of 72268000. The location tied to this process is London, England, with the primary delivery address located at postal code EC1Y 8YZ. The procurement commenced with the tender stage, moving through to an award, which was finalised on 18th May 2026. This opportunity utilised a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as evidenced by the awarded contract to Cloudsource Ltd.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses adept in providing innovative software solutions, particularly those with expertise in cloud technologies and regulatory compliance. It is ideally suited for SMEs that can deliver modern, scalable, and user-friendly systems, offering substantial potential for growth through the contract period, which runs from 19th May 2026 to 30th December 2028. Companies with capabilities to enhance digital services within the public sector are well-positioned to compete in such tenders, especially when focused on enhancing user experience and regulatory alignment. The total value of this awarded contract is £1,771,500, highlighting a robust opportunity for growth and strategic expansion within the public sector software supply domain.

## Notice

Replace the current Party Election Finance (PEF) online system. The Electoral Commission is modernising its political finance systems to improve transparency, compliance, and user experience. The current systems are fragmented and do not meet modern accessibility, data, or automation standards. The PFO project will deliver a unified, cloud-based solution that supports regulatory reform and digital service delivery whilst ensuring value for money and adherence to all applicable procurement regulations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffd7e6af-261b-49b0-8c46-de31f146f08e |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 18 May 2026 - 30 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,771,500 |
| 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 | THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC1Y 8YZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington |
| Local authority | Islington |
| Electoral ward | Bunhill |
| Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CLOUDSOURCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72268000 - Software supply services

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2026 at 18:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffd7e6af-261b-49b0-8c46-de31f146f08e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffd7e6af-261b-49b0-8c46-de31f146f08e
  27th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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