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Project Athena - Forensic Accountant Expert Witness

THE PENSIONS REGULATOR

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24 Jul 2026 at 08:27

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Pensions Regulator, based in Brighton, UK, recently completed a procurement process titled 'Project Athena – Forensic Accountant Expert Witness'. This procurement, in the services category, focused on acquiring forensic accountant services to analyse complex financial evidence for criminal proceedings. Contract details were finalised on 8th July 2026, and the active contract began on 10th July 2026, running for a year with the option for renewal, if necessary, until July 2031. The procurement method was limited competition, relevant for below-threshold contracts, and fell under public authority - central government jurisdiction. Grant Thornton UK Advisory and Tax LLP, a small to medium-sized enterprise, was awarded the contract as the main supplier, offering services classified under accounting, auditing, and fiscal disciplines.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in forensic accounting to leverage their expertise in challenging criminal cases, potentially leading to further engagements or references in similar fields. Companies with capabilities in delivering detailed financial analyses, court report preparation, and expert witness presentations can benefit the most. Additionally, those skilled in adapting to the evolving needs of complex public authority requests would find this a beneficial avenue for growth. Engaging in such government contracts not only enhances a firm's portfolio but also strengthens its standing in the professional community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project Athena - Forensic Accountant Expert Witness

Notice Description

Services for forensic accountant expert to analyse evidence of complex flow of money in relation to crimial proceedings case, provide report and ability to present report as evidence at court. Following Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996; Part 19 of the Criminal Procedure Rules; Chapter 7 of the Criminal Practice Directions 2023.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d2b3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070027-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£67,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2026 - 9 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE PENSIONS REGULATOR
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 6AF
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Preston Park
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRANT THORNTON UK ADVISORY AND TAX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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