This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

29 Jun 2022 at 08:06

Tender

11 Mar 2022 at 17:40

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Derby is seeking a contractor for a project titled "Chinese Tax Consultancy", aimed at securing tax advice for compliance with Chinese corporation tax and VAT obligations as part of a partnership with two Chinese universities. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically tax consultancy services, and has a total contract value of £400,000 with an initial award of £172,184. The tender process was conducted via an open procedure and concluded with an award dated 20 June 2022. The contract is set to commence on 1 July 2022 and will run until 30 June 2026, encompassing a possibility for an additional requirement that may double the contract's value. The tender period for bids ended on 11 April 2022.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in tax consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in international tax regulations. Firms that can demonstrate compliance knowledge and experience working with educational institutions or cross-border transactions will be well-positioned to compete. The contract is also suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio in the academic sector, enhancing their visibility and capability in providing consultancy services on a global scale.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Chinese Tax Consultancy

Notice Description

The University is looking to enter into a partnership agreement with two Chinese Universities. As a result they will be requiring some tax advice in order to ensure compliance with the Chinese Corporation tax and VAT obligations. Additional information: This is a contract award notice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-184f58fa-540e-40ca-abb4-ffcf522397fc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7490048-974f-45d6-be62-af384452ae05
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79221000 - Tax consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£172,184 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jun 20224 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2022 - 30 Jun 2026 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE22 1GB
Postcode Area
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Allestree
Westminster Constituency
Mid Derbyshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KPMG LLP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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