Higher profit rate set for critical defence contracts as SSRO publishes analysis
The Secretary of State for Defence has today (13 March 2026) confirmed the baseline profit rate that will apply for 2026/27, which will be used as the first-step in the process for agreeing the contract profit rate on critical defence contracts awarded by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) in the absence of a competitive process. […]
SSRO training on qualifying sub-contract (QSC) guidance: publication of the presentation
The SSRO’s approach to overseeing the regulatory framework for single source defence contracts is grounded in the principle of being a responsive and supportive regulator. By providing clear and accessible guidance on the regulatory framework, the SSRO helps the parties to non-competitive contracts to understand what is expected of them and safeguards value for money […]
SSRO opens training on aspects of the UK regulatory framework for single source defence contracts
The SSRO will hold its first teach-in session of 2026 on 4 February, focusing on how the regulatory framework for non-competed defence contracts applies to qualifying sub-contracts (QSCs). The training will run from 2.30pm to 4.00pm (GMT), via Microsoft Teams. The SSRO’s teach-in programme is informed by feedback from the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and […]
SSRO stakeholder newsletter – November 2025
Introduction from John Russell, Chief Executive, SSRO SSRO publications It remains the SSRO’s duty in carrying out our functions to aim to secure value for money for the taxpayer and fair and reasonable prices for suppliers on single source defence contracts. We pursue these twin aims by providing independent advice, guidance, and robust analysis. The […]