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24 Jul 2026 at 12:50

Summary of the contracting process

The West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has completed a procurement process for tax advice and commentary on vires, specifically awarded through the VVS MCF4 RM6309 framework. The contract, valued at £70,000, falls under the industry category of tax consultancy services (CPV code 79221000). This procurement was executed through a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, emphasising a targeted approach to selecting suppliers. The contract, awarded to KPMG LLP, was finalised on 19th May 2026, with a contract period from 28th April 2026 to 28th April 2027. This initiative, centrally located in the United Kingdom with a reach to British Overseas Territories and beyond, signifies the Trust's focus on ensuring precise tax advisory services.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for established consultancy firms, particularly those specialising in tax services. With a contract value reaching £70,000, it provides financial stability and reinforces market credibility. Although the procurement is not specifically designed for SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms with a robust footprint in financial advisory are well-positioned to compete. This procurement underscores the necessity for expertise in tax consultancy, which could foster long-term business relationships and expand the strategic market presence for seasoned providers in this sector.

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Notice Title

WHTHT - Tax Advice and Commentary on Vires

Notice Description

WHTHT - Tax Advice and Commentary on Vires - Awarded via VVS MCF4 RM6309

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c0188986-7623-4a28-bb65-20b15125b8fa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7564b2f1-7da2-4a42-be28-41fab75b016a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
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

79221000 - Tax consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,900 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 28 Apr 2027 1-2 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 HERTFORDSHIRE TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
WD18 0HB
Post Town
Watford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Watford
Electoral Ward
Vicarage
Westminster Constituency
Watford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KPMG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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