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IR35 Project

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "IR35 Project" was initiated by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) to obtain consultancy support in reviewing their service contracts' tax position and further develop robust procedures. This tender falls under the financial auditing services category, identified by the CPV code 79212100. The project is located with the primary buyer being headquartered in London, UK, and catering to diverse locations including the UK, the British Overseas Territories, and Europe. The procurement process was conducted using a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, and has progressed to the award stage. The contract period commenced on 5th January 2026 and will end on 31st March 2026, with a total contract value of £350,000, awarded to Deloitte LLP. The award was formally published on 1st February 2026.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in financial auditing services, particularly those with experience in public sector contract reviews and advisory roles. Although the contract has been awarded to Deloitte LLP, similar future tenders could benefit consultancy firms with capabilities in tax consultancy and process improvement services. Companies that are already part of relevant framework agreements will be well-situated to compete for such opportunities in the future, as the procurement method was selective. This contract highlights the importance of fostering relationships with government departments and understanding the intricacies of public sector service requirements for sustained business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IR35 Project

Notice Description

Consultancy support in reviewing the tax position of Defra's service contracts, as well as advising on further development of processes and procedures to enable robust controls are in place.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d3859370-1586-4b97-81e3-af2523769790
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f658991-6296-4cca-9431-3bf5190ca0da
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79212100 - Financial auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELOITTE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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