SPSS Software Approved as New York State Vendor

In a continuing effort to streamline its procurement process, New York State has awarded SPSS BI, a division of SPSS Inc, a contract naming the company as an approved vendor. As a key supplier to the state, SPSS BI now offers 15 to 20 percent discounts on SPSS software and support to all state and local government agencies in New York State as well as eligible political subdivisions located within the state, such as public schools, colleges and other public entities. The new agreement is currently in effect and will save the state an estimated $1 million over the life of the contract.

"This contract makes it easier for governments to acquire crucial analytical software essential to maximizing program and service delivery," said Fiona McKenna, industry marketing manger, public sector at SPSS. "Advanced predictive analysis is invaluable when working in government and New York, as well as other states, have recognized specifically, its importance in delivering better service to citizens."

The SPSS contract is available until Feb. 14, 2006. To learn more about the contract, call 518-474-6717 or visit www.ogs.state.ny.us and search under "Contracts & Purchasing Info." using SPSS as the search word.

About SPSS BI in the Public Sector

SPSS analytical solutions for the public sector enable government agencies at all levels to deliver better service to citizens, and higher education institutions to better meet students' educational needs and improve the quality of life for students on campus. Government agencies using SPSS analytical solutions develop a deeper understanding of citizens to improve service delivery, as well as develop better e-government initiatives. With SPSS analytical solutions, higher education institutions understand their students, better enabling them to improve recruitment, retention and matriculation.

About SPSS Inc

SPSS Inc enables organizations to develop more profitable customer relationships by providing analytical solutions that discover what customers want and predict what they will do. The company delivers analytical solutions at the intersection of customer relationship management and business intelligence. SPSS analytical solutions integrate and analyze market, customer and operational data in key vertical markets worldwide including: telecommunications, health care, banking, finance, insurance, manufacturing, retail, consumer packaged goods, market research and the public sector.

Headquartered in Chicago, SPSS has more than 40 offices, over 1300 employees and 2000 pro forma revenues of $198 million. The company also has received the following honors: No. 77 on Forbes 2000 list of the "200 Best Small Companies" and No. 12 on the 2000 DM Review 100; placed No. 16 on the 2000 Softo letter 100, a ranking of the top 100 personal computer software companies in the United States; and No. 115 in the 2000 Software 500, a ranking of the world's largest software vendors by Software Magazine; listed on Working Mother magazine's "100 Best Companies for Working Mothers" for 2000. For more information, visit www.spss.com.

About the New York State Office of General Services

The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) provides a broad range of support services that facilitate the operations of State government, and also assist local governments, public authorities and public and private agencies. OGS offers numerous services to clients throughout the Empire State, including property management, design and construction, telecommunications, information technology, procurement and various support services.

Contact SPSS, Susan Kalell, 800-525-4980, pr@spss.com.