SSRO updates pricing guidance following Ministry of Defence reforms
The SSRO has updated its pricing guidance following reforms announced by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and invites your views. The guidance comes into effect on 5 June 2026. The Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry announced reforms to the Single Source Contract Regulations on 14 May, in line with the Defence Industrial Strategy and […]
Stakeholder newsletter – May 2026
This newsletter highlights the SSRO’s recent work to support stakeholders across the MOD and industry. Transcript of video Hello everyone – I’m John Russell, Chief Executive of the Single Source Regulations Office, and I have a brief update to share on how we’re supporting stakeholders across the Ministry of Defence and industry. In March, the […]
SSRO continues with its ‘free to access’ training on aspects of the UK regulatory framework for single source defence contracts
The SSRO will hold its second teach-in session of 2026 on 10 June (online, via Teams), focusing on new guidance that helps contractors and the Ministry of Defence (MOD) amend the prices of qualifying contracts in a clear, transparent and efficient way. The teach-in will help attendees gain a better understanding of the guidance on […]
SSRO publishes new guidance to support amendments to qualifying defence contracts
Most UK defence contracts awarded without competition fall under the Single Source Regulatory Framework, which is designed to ensure fair pricing and value for money. Price changes may arise where the scope of a contract changes, new work is added, or the costs or assumptions used to set the original price need to be updated. […]