Award

Expert Forensic Accountant

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently in the Award stage of the procurement process, having recently completed a tender for the position of Expert Forensic Accountant. This contract, valued at £35,030, is focused on providing forensic accountancy services related to a legal case and is classified under the services industry category. The contract was signed on 15th April 2021, with delivery anticipated within the UK. The procurement method applied was an open procedure, allowing various suppliers to bid for this contract.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in forensic accounting and legal advisory services, particularly large firms with experience in complex financial investigations. Companies that specialise in forensic analysis, legal consultancy, or have a robust background in financial reporting would be well-positioned to engage in similar contracts in the future. This contract not only illustrates the ongoing needs of public authorities for specialised expertise but also underscores the potential for business growth in the public sector's legal services domain.

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Notice Title

Expert Forensic Accountant

Notice Description

The Scottish Government seeking a forensic accounting expert to advise on how to investigate a current court case; advise on further material required; carry out necessary investigations; and prepare an expert report.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government are seeking a forensic accounting expert to report on a current legal case. In particular: to consider all relevant documents, advise on how to investigate the claim; advise on further material required; carry out necessary investigations; and prepare an expert report.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000661123
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421713
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

79100000 - Legal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,030 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Apr 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Kenneth Martin
Contact Email
kenneth.martin@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312444688

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH11 3XD
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Sighthill/Gorgie
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BTVK ADVISORY LLP T/A BAKER TILLY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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