sheepCRM joins G-Cloud 14: Here's why it matters for public sector organisations

Written By Aaron Stiff

Finding the right CRM as a publicly funded organisation can feel like climbing a mountain.  

You know you need a system that keeps your members engaged, handles data securely, and makes admin tasks easier —but then comes the dreaded procurement process. The paperwork. The security checks. The back-and-forth approvals that seem to stretch on forever.

If you've ever found yourself stuck in that loop, you're not alone. That's exactly why the UK Government created G-Cloud 14 — to simplify the whole process. We are proud to announce sheepCRM is officially part of it.

This means charities and public sector bodies can access a pre-approved, government backed CRM without the stress and delays. No complex bidding, no drawn-out security assessments — just a system that works.

Let's take a closer look at what that actually might mean for you.

So what is G-Cloud 14?

G-Cloud 14 is a government-approved marketplace designed to make it easier for public sector organisations to buy cloud-based software.

Instead of every organisation having to run its own lengthy procurement process, G-Cloud 14 does the hard work upfront, ensuring that only trusted, compliant, and secure software providers make the list.

For organisations like local councils, NHS-backed initiatives, government-funded charities, and educational institutions, this is a game changer. Rather than spending months wading through contract and security checks, they can simply choose a supplier from G-Cloud and get started.

It's a faster, easier way to find the right tools — without the usual procurement headaches.

Why sheepCRM? and why now?

Becoming a G-Cloud 14 supplier wasn't just a formality for us — it was about proving that sheepCRM meets the highest standards of security, compliance, and usability.

The approval process involved detailed checks on how we handle data, how we operate, and how we support our customers. In short, it confirmed what we already know: sheepCRM is built to support membership organisations with trust, transparency, and security at its core.

This matters because for many public sector organisations, choosing the right CRM can feel like a leap of faith. You need to know that the system you're investing in isn't just powerful, but also reliable, compliant, and safe and secure.

That's exactly what G-Cloud 14 approval guarantees.

With this in place, membership organisations and charities can now choose sheepCRM with confidence, knowing that we've already passed the toughest government assessments.  

What this means if you are a public sector membership organisation

If your organisation relies on public sector funding, you know that compliance is non-negotiable. Every new system needs to pass a series of checks before you can even consider using it.

Because sheepCRM is now part of G-Cloud 14, that work has already been done. It means you can skip the endless procurement cycles and get straight to what really mattes — building stronger connections with your members.

For you, this means:

  • Faster procurement: No need for months of approval processes; we're already pre-approved.

  • Guaranteed security and compliance: Your data is protected, and our systems meet strict UK Government standards.

  • More time spent on members, not admin: Less time buried in paperwork, more time focusing on engagement.

And because sheepCRM is specifically built for membership organisations like yours, it comes packed with tools to make your life easier — from automated renewals to member self-service portals.

Getting started is easier than ever

With sheepCRM now listed on G-Cloud 14, public sector organisation can get started in a few simple steps. There's no complicated bidding process like we said — just a secure, transparent way to find the right membership CRM.

If you do want to see how sheepCRM can work for your organisation, here's what you can do next:

Final thoughts

For years, public sector organisations have had to jump through hoops just to source and implement the right CRM, G-Cloud 14 changes that, making it simpler, faster, and more secure to find a solution that works.

sheepCRM is proud to be part of this framework, giving membership organisations, charities, and local government bodies the confidence they need to choose a system that's already been vetted and approved.

So if you've been putting off upgrading your CRM because of procurement headaches, compliance concerns, or red tape, now's the time to take another look.

Aaron Stiff
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