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Forensic Accountancy

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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25 Oct 2024 at 09:29

Tender

25 Oct 2024 at 07:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has issued a tender for forensic accountancy services, classified under the CPV code 79200000 (Accounting, auditing and fiscal services). The procurement process is in the Tender stage with a deadline for submissions by 12:00 PM on 14th November 2024. This contract will be managed through an open procedure and is targeted towards the UKM region. The total value of the contract is estimated at £100,000, with specific criteria for quality and price making up 70% and 30% of the evaluation, respectively. The contract duration will be 360 days, and the procurement activity expects a 'Pass/Fail' evaluation on technical specifications and supplier qualifications.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in forensic accountancy to expand their portfolios by collaborating with a major government body. Companies that are well-versed in financial legalities, possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent qualifications, and have a solid track record of handling similar service requirements within the last three years are well-suited to compete for this offer. Additionally, businesses should be capable of meeting stringent financial and environmental management standards, as part of the selection criteria. The provision for electronic invoicing and payment further simplifies the administrative process, making it an attractive proposition for efficient and tech-savvy firms.

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Notice Title

Forensic Accountancy

Notice Description

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Forensic Accountant.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Forensic Accountant.

Options: There may be additional assessments as part of this contract agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b135
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034619-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Maxine Mullen
Contact Email
maxine.mullen@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 412425466

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

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