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SFO-RICHARD MILLS-CONSULTANT

SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE

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26 Jul 2024 at 10:46

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25 Jul 2024 at 15:30

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25 Jul 2024 at 15:29

Summary of the contracting process

The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has completed the awarding of a consultancy contract related to investigation services on 13th June 2024. The procurement, titled "SFO-FRAUD C-RICHARD MILLS-UNT01," falls under the industry category of Investigation Services (CPV code 79720000) and is located in London (SW1Y 5BS). The contract was awarded via a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. Key dates include the contract period starting on 1st August 2024 and ending on 31st March 2025, with the award notice published on 25th July 2024. This invitation was mainly for large organisations, excluding SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy and investigation services to gain prominence by working with a high-profile public organisation like the SFO. The direct award process suggests a niche requirement, best suited for well-established firms with substantial investigative expertise. Companies in the sectors of forensic accounting, legal advisory, and complex fraud investigation services would find this contract particularly beneficial for their business growth, leveraging the collaboration to enhance their market credibility and portfolio. The awarded sum of £28,732.98 underscores the significance of the assignment, providing substantial revenue and a prestigious client reference.

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Notice Title

SFO-RICHARD MILLS-CONSULTANT

Notice Description

Awarded via non framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab79c32a-4857-4e55-a215-b870b69b33b3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (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

79720000 - Investigation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£28,732 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,732 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 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
SERIOUS FRAUD OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1Y 5BS
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

MR RICHARD MILLS MBE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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