Award

Tax Compliance and Advisory Services

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

25 Feb 2020 at 14:37

Award Notice
Tender

19 Dec 2019 at 10:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is seeking suppliers for Tax Compliance and Advisory Services through an open tender process designated as ITP19-44. With a contract value of £80,000, the procurement covers two lots, allowing suppliers to bid for one or both. The tender period has concluded, with bids submitted by 23 January 2020. The service will be delivered to the North West region of England, commencing on 1 April 2020 and running until 31 March 2023.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in tax consultancy and tax-return preparation services. Companies adept at compliance and advisory roles in taxation are particularly well-suited to compete, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can benefit from the open procurement method. Engaging in this contract not only expands one's portfolio but also potentially enhances market visibility within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tax Compliance and Advisory Services

Notice Description

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is conducting a tender process for the provision of tax compliance and advisory services. The contract is split into two lots and suppliers may quote for one or both lots. Additional information: Tender documents may be accessed at the link below: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universitycentrallancs/aspx/Tenders/Current

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6fe1128d-00d4-4662-9f7d-8ad00f13b2dd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d414ad85-aec8-4de7-887e-24874dee9a4f
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 (below 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

79222000 - Tax-return preparation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20206 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2024 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 2TQ
Post Town
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANT THORNTON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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