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Provision of tax advisory and compliance services - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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08 Jul 2019 at 10:37

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria has completed the award for the tender titled "Provision of tax advisory and compliance services," which falls under the category of tax consultancy services (CPV code 79221000). The contract period is set from 1st May 2019 to 30th April 2022, and the award was officially made on 29th May 2019. This procurement process was initiated to provide comprehensive tax advisory support across all tax types, serving not only the University but also its established subsidiary companies. The original tender period concluded on 9th April 2019, with the service located in Cumbria, North West England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses offering tax consultancy and compliance services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that excel in this sector. With the contract awarded to Grant Thornton UK LLP, competitors in this field should leverage their expertise in UK and overseas taxation to provide tailored solutions. The capabilities to deliver a full range of advisory services, including corporation tax returns and compliance with iXBRL requirements for the specified financial years, are advantageous for businesses seeking to grow through such public contracts.

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Notice Title

Provision of tax advisory and compliance services - AWARD

Notice Description

For the provision of tax advisory &compliance services. Provision of advice across all taxes to the University and its subsidiary company or companies which are established. Completion of corporation tax returns for the University and its subsidiary company, including iXBRL related services, commencing with the returns related to the 2018/19 financial year. The appointed firm will have the ability to cover the whole range of UK & overseas taxation, both direct & indirect.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8b0599db-c728-43b5-875b-b1bc6d5ef404
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e5da308-0700-4499-bc64-e50b6f09af04
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20196 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2019 - 30 Apr 2022 3-4 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 CUMBRIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANT THORNTON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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