Tender

iXBRL Tagging of Financial Statements

DEVELOPMENT BANK OF WALES

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Tender

06 Jan 2026 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Development Bank of Wales, located in Cardiff, is initiating a procurement process for the service titled "iXBRL Tagging of Financial Statements." This process falls under the industry category of "Financial market regulatory services" and adheres to Welsh devolved regulations. Presently at the tender stage, the process is open for submissions until 10th February 2026, with enquiries closing on 3rd February 2026. The anticipated award period concludes on 23rd February 2026, with contract work scheduled to begin on 2nd March 2026. The primary procurement method is an open procedure focusing on service provision, with a contract value of up to £126,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in XBRL tagging, particularly those experienced in handling UK statutory accounts in compliance with HMRC standards. Companies that provide financial regulatory services and can demonstrate proficiency in using HMRC-recognized software tools would find this tender appealing. Furthermore, the opportunity for contract renewal over a potential span of nine years, in 36-month increments, offers long-term growth prospects for successful bidders. Firms that are responsive, capable of maintaining strong client relationships, and able to attend on-site as needed by the Development Bank of Wales are especially encouraged to participate.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

iXBRL Tagging of Financial Statements

Notice Description

This is a tender notice to notify the market that The Development Bank of Wales are looking to procure an external provider to perform XBRL (iXBRL) tagging of the company's statutory financial statements in compliance with HMRC regulations for Corporation Tax submissions. Introduction This document sets out the requirements for procuring an external provider to perform XBRL (iXBRL) tagging of the company's statutory financial statements in compliance with HMRC regulations for Corporation Tax submissions. Objectives Ensure statutory accounts are accurately tagged using HMRC-approved taxonomies. Facilitate automated processing and submission of Corporation Tax returns. Scope of Work The external provider will: Apply XBRL tags to the final audited and signed statutory accounts (30 in FY25 but this number is not fixed, and we reserve the right to change). Use the appropriate HMRC-approved taxonomy (IFRS). Validate the tagged accounts against HMRC standards. Deliver a fully compliant iXBRL file for submission with the CT600 returns. Directly liaise with tax advisors to facilitate submission of the CT600 returns Deliverables Tagged iXBRL file of statutory accounts. Validation report confirming compliance. Mapping documentation for reference. Timing Work will be carried out in Q4 of the financial year, after: Audit completion and sign-off. Corporation Tax computations finalized. Delivery deadline: Prior to CT600 submission date. Compliance and Standards HMRC iXBRL filing requirements. IFRS taxonomy Validation using HMRC Gateway or approved software. Provider Requirements Demonstrated experience in XBRL tagging for UK statutory accounts. Use of HMRC-recognized software tools. Ability to meet deadlines and provide responsive support. Provide a named client relationship manager Demonstrated experience of liaising with third party tax advisors On-site attendance as required by DBW Quality Assurance Internal review of tagged accounts before submission. Provider to make corrections promptly if required.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06003a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000741-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66152000 - Financial market regulatory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
2035-11-06

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEVELOPMENT BANK OF WALES
Contact Name
Leanne Millard
Contact Email
leanne.millard@developmentbank.wales
Contact Phone
+44 2920338100

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 4BZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Butetown
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Further Information

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-06003a-2026-01-06T15:07:12Z",
    "date": "2026-01-06T15:07:12Z",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-06003a",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-PPON-PCWM-6438-QYVP",
            "name": "Development Bank of Wales",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                "id": "PCWM-6438-QYVP"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Development Bank of Wales plc",
                "locality": "Cardiff",
                "postalCode": "CF10 4BZ",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKL22"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Leanne Millard",
                "email": "leanne.millard@developmentbank.wales",
                "telephone": "+44 2920338100"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.developmentbank.wales",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthorityCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - central government"
                    },
                    {
                        "id": "GB-WLS",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_DEVOLVED_REGULATIONS",
                        "description": "Welsh devolved regulations apply"
                    }
                ]
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-PPON-PCWM-6438-QYVP",
        "name": "Development Bank of Wales"
    },
    "planning": {
        "noEngagementNoticeRationale": "Time delay"
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "DBW00073.01",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "iXBRL Tagging of Financial Statements",
        "description": "This is a tender notice to notify the market that The Development Bank of Wales are looking to procure an external provider to perform XBRL (iXBRL) tagging of the company's statutory financial statements in compliance with HMRC regulations for Corporation Tax submissions. Introduction This document sets out the requirements for procuring an external provider to perform XBRL (iXBRL) tagging of the company's statutory financial statements in compliance with HMRC regulations for Corporation Tax submissions. Objectives Ensure statutory accounts are accurately tagged using HMRC-approved taxonomies. Facilitate automated processing and submission of Corporation Tax returns. Scope of Work The external provider will: Apply XBRL tags to the final audited and signed statutory accounts (30 in FY25 but this number is not fixed, and we reserve the right to change). Use the appropriate HMRC-approved taxonomy (IFRS). Validate the tagged accounts against HMRC standards. Deliver a fully compliant iXBRL file for submission with the CT600 returns. Directly liaise with tax advisors to facilitate submission of the CT600 returns Deliverables Tagged iXBRL file of statutory accounts. Validation report confirming compliance. Mapping documentation for reference. Timing Work will be carried out in Q4 of the financial year, after: Audit completion and sign-off. Corporation Tax computations finalized. Delivery deadline: Prior to CT600 submission date. Compliance and Standards HMRC iXBRL filing requirements. IFRS taxonomy Validation using HMRC Gateway or approved software. Provider Requirements Demonstrated experience in XBRL tagging for UK statutory accounts. Use of HMRC-recognized software tools. Ability to meet deadlines and provide responsive support. Provide a named client relationship manager Demonstrated experience of liaising with third party tax advisors On-site attendance as required by DBW Quality Assurance Internal review of tagged accounts before submission. Provider to make corrections promptly if required.",
        "status": "active",
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "66152000",
                        "description": "Financial market regulatory services"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UK",
                        "country": "GB",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ],
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amountGross": 126000,
            "amount": 105000,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "procurementMethod": "open",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Open procedure",
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "aboveThreshold": true,
        "submissionMethodDetails": "https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk./home.html",
        "submissionTerms": {
            "electronicSubmissionPolicy": "allowed",
            "languages": [
                "en"
            ]
        },
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-02-10T12:00:00+00:00"
        },
        "enquiryPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-02-03T12:00:00+00:00"
        },
        "awardPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2026-02-23T23:59:59+00:00"
        },
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "status": "active",
                "value": {
                    "amountGross": 126000,
                    "amount": 105000,
                    "currency": "GBP"
                },
                "awardCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "quality",
                            "name": "Technical",
                            "description": "Technical Capability: Compliance with HMRC standards and taxonomy. Experience: Proven track record in XBRL tagging. Delivery: Ability to meet timelines. Support: Post-delivery assistance and responsiveness.",
                            "numbers": [
                                {
                                    "number": 70,
                                    "weight": "percentageExact"
                                }
                            ]
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "price",
                            "name": "Price",
                            "description": "Competitive pricing structure.",
                            "numbers": [
                                {
                                    "number": 30,
                                    "weight": "percentageExact"
                                }
                            ]
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "selectionCriteria": {
                    "criteria": [
                        {
                            "type": "economic",
                            "description": "Refer to tender documents"
                        },
                        {
                            "type": "technical",
                            "description": "Refer to tender documents"
                        }
                    ]
                },
                "suitability": {
                    "sme": true
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "startDate": "2026-03-02T00:00:00+00:00",
                    "endDate": "2027-03-01T23:59:59+00:00",
                    "maxExtentDate": "2036-03-01T23:59:59+00:00"
                },
                "hasRenewal": true,
                "renewal": {
                    "description": "9 years in 36-month increments"
                }
            }
        ],
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "L-1",
                "documentType": "biddingDocuments",
                "description": "All documentation can be located on the eTenderWales platform itt_122260",
                "url": "https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/home.html"
            },
            {
                "id": "L-2",
                "documentType": "technicalSpecifications",
                "description": "All details can be located within the tender documentation",
                "url": "https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/home.html"
            },
            {
                "id": "conflictOfInterest",
                "documentType": "conflictOfInterest",
                "description": "Not published"
            },
            {
                "id": "000741-2026",
                "documentType": "tenderNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK4",
                "description": "Tender notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000741-2026",
                "datePublished": "2026-01-06T15:07:12Z",
                "format": "text/html"
            }
        ],
        "hasRecurrence": true,
        "recurrence": {
            "dates": [
                {
                    "startDate": "2035-11-06T23:59:59+00:00"
                }
            ]
        },
        "contractTerms": {
            "financialTerms": "30 days from accurate invoice"
        },
        "riskDetails": "NA"
    },
    "language": "en"
}