Spikes Cavell and the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) have entered into a strategic partnership. The partnership brings together the NIGP's expertise in public procurement best practice, with Spikes Cavell's proven track record in producing leading spend management solutions for UK public sector organisations. The partnership has resulted in the launch of the NIGP Observatory to the US Public Sector.

NIGP is a US-based not-for-profit organisation, focussed on developing, supporting and promoting public procurement practitioners through educational and research programs, technical services and advocacy initiatives. With over 2,600 member agencies representing over 16,000 professionals across the United States, Canada and countries outside of North America, the Institute is international in its reach. The organisation's goal is to attain recognition and esteem for the government procurement profession and its dedicated practitioners.