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Business Support Administration - For West Midlands Combined Authority

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Feb 2019 at 11:20

Tender

14 Jan 2019 at 14:42

Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority is undertaking a tender for "Business Support Administration," focused on providing accounting and auditing services. This procurement process is currently at the Award stage, with an active contract now in place following the award date of 3rd February 2019. The initial contract period lasts for three years, from 4th February 2019 to 3rd February 2022, and aims to support eligible companies within the West Midlands. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, and interested suppliers had until 28th January 2019 at 12 noon to submit their proposals.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialised in accounting and auditing services, particularly those capable of analysing statutory accounts and managing business inquiries effectively. Companies that have experience in fiscal assessment and communication, alongside the relevant skills to maintain precise records and handle business interactions, are well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this process can enable firms to establish solid relationships with a key regional authority, thereby enhancing their market presence and driving growth.

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Notice Title

Business Support Administration - For West Midlands Combined Authority

Notice Description

WMCA are looking for a company which can: 1. Undertake an analysis of statutory accounts, VAT returns, or underlying accounting books and records for eligible companies to assess lost turnover, the applicable gross profit percentage and a recommended pay-out based on the agreed formula. 2. Directly manage and respond to queries from businesses on the assessment process and status of their assessment 3. Maintain records of assessments in progress, and amounts agreed and paid out under the scheme 4. Regularly inform WMCA of the progress of the scheme 5. Provide an input into WMCA's general communication of the scheme The "Defined Area" for eligible businesses will be determined by WMCA and details provided to the independent administrator. It is anticipated that the initial contract will be for a 3 year period post the date of award - see tender documentation for further details. Suppliers are encouraged to provide a quote for the requirements detailed within the Price Schedule (Appendix 2). Suppliers are also invited to quote for additional services that they believe may meet the needs of WMCA*. * Denotes: Whilst Suppliers are encouraged to price for additional services other than those specified the Price Schedule bidders are reminded that these will not form part of the wider evaluation piece (and therefore subsequently not scored). Please ensure that you read the full tender documentation set in full before attempting to respond to this opportunity. Tender documents can be accessed via the following link:- wmca.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html Closing Date for this opportunity is Monday 28th January 2019 at 12 Noon.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aeb1a4fb-e3ce-44f3-a919-159b079c40b9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8ad687e-7c13-4eb7-bde6-c3e393d6b8e0
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79210000 - Accounting and auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£117,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20197 years ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2019 - 3 Feb 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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Carole Clarke
Contact Email
carole.clarke@wmca.org.uk
Contact Phone
0121 214 7693

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RSM TAX AND ACCOUNTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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