Planning

Provision of Tax Advice and Tax-Related Services

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Planning

03 Mar 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde, located in Glasgow, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for tax advice and tax-related services. Classified under the education industry category, this tender involves the provision of both UK and overseas tax advisory services. The university seeks suppliers to assist with tax compliance, efficiency, and annual tax return preparation. Interested parties must register by 20 March 2026 by completing and submitting the attached questionnaire to paula.l.hirschganger@strath.ac.uk. The procurement follows an open procedure and is covered by GPA regulations, with a planned budget of GBP 500,000. Potential suppliers should aim to engage in this opportunity as it moves forward with the publication of future notices on 17 June 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in tax consultancy, especially those proficient in both UK and international tax matters. The scope of services includes direct and indirect tax advisory as well as global mobility tax services, making it suitable for firms with a comprehensive understanding of multinational tax regulations. Companies with experience in public sector engagements and frameworks, along with capabilities to handle mini-competitions or direct awards, will find this contract beneficial for expanding their business portfolio. The University of Strathclyde's procurement requirements present a lucrative avenue for growth, especially for firms looking to solidify their presence in the academic sector and contribute to enhancing compliance and efficiency in educational institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Tax Advice and Tax-Related Services

Notice Description

The University of Strathclyde requires supplier(s) for the provision of tax advice and tax-related services.

Lot Information

UK Tax Advice

To ensure tax-compliance and efficiency in the UK, the University is looking to appoint supplier(s) to lot 1 of the Framework to facilitate the provision of UK tax advice and tax-related services, including both direct and indirect taxes and the preparation of the University's annual tax return.. The University will reserve the right to call off from the Framework through either direct award (ranked) or mini-competition.

Overseas and Global Mobility Tax Advice

To ensure tax-compliance and efficiency overseas, the University is looking to appoint supplier(s) to lot 2 of the Framework to facilitate the provision of overseas and global mobility tax advice and tax-related services.. The University will reserve the right to call off from the Framework through either direct award (ranked) or mini-competition.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000825227
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550757
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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

79220000 - Fiscal services

79221000 - Tax consultancy services

79222000 - Tax-return preparation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Jun 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1XU
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
TLM82 Glasgow City
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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