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GB-Bristol: Call-off contract from OfS Framework for the Assessment of Financial Risk and Transformation Planning at Higher Education Providers

OFFICE FOR STUDENTS

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21 Mar 2025 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Office for Students (OfS), located in Bristol, has completed the procurement process for a call-off contract from the OfS Framework for the Assessment of Financial Risk and Transformation Planning at Higher Education Providers. This project falls under the industry category of financial management consultancy services, valued at £161,190. The award was finalised on 18th February 2025, with the contract period beginning on 19th February and concluding on 31st March 2025. This tender was targeted for higher education institutions within the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in financial management consultancy, particularly those with expertise in the education sector. Although it is not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, larger consultancy firms can leverage this contract to strengthen their portfolio and build long-term relationships within the higher education industry. The awarded contract to BDO LLP, a large-scale supplier, underscores the scope and importance of the work involved, making it an attractive proposition for businesses seeking to expand their market presence and demonstrate their capability in managing substantial and impactful projects.

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Notice Title

GB-Bristol: Call-off contract from OfS Framework for the Assessment of Financial Risk and Transformation Planning at Higher Education Providers

Notice Description

Call-off contract from OfS Framework for the Assessment of Financial Risk and Transformation Planning at Higher Education Providers

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d2882e78-6153-4299-94d6-a74aa0e51565
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6a993be-422f-48b8-8cc0-164d38166e48
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
Not specified
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

79412000 - Financial management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£161,190 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£161,190 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
19 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE FOR STUDENTS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8SR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Gifford
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BDO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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