Consultancy services in relation to the proposed acquisition of IDS

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Trade has commissioned a procurement process for consultancy services relating to the proposed acquisition of International Distribution Services by EP Group. This contract, classified under the industry category "Business and management consultancy services" (CPV code: 79410000), is valued at £225,000. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement is now at the award stage, with Ernst & Young LLP being the successful supplier. The key dates include the tender period ending on 2nd July 2024 and the contract period running from 3rd July 2024 to 31st March 2025. The consultancy services will be delivered in London, United Kingdom.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in business and management consultancy to grow by engaging in high-profile government contracts. Such contracts provide valuable experience and facilitate relationships with major governmental departments like the Department for International Trade. Businesses well-suited to compete in this type of tender are large-scale consultancy firms with substantial experience and the capacity to handle acquisitions and strategic advisory roles. Although this specific contract was not aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, similar future opportunities might be more inclusive, offering diverse business landscapes a chance to participate and expand their reach.

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Consultancy services in relation to the proposed acquisition of IDS

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

2nd August 2024 15:06:35 PM
Contract Summary

To provide DBT with consultancy services relating to the proposed acquisition of International Distribution Services by EP Group.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-61501af8-4a55-4f8b-9d32-5ddf778bf17e

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Call-off From A Framework Agreement

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

79410000

CPV Division(s)

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

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

Buyer Name

Department for Business and Trade

Buyer Email

commercialresearchandconsultancy@businessandtrade.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Old Admiralty Building, Whitehall

London

SW1A 2DY

England
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

ERNST YOUNG LLP

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Consultancy services in relation to the proposed acquisition of IDS

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

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