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title: "DFID 8129/8325 Tax Systems Transformation Programme Contract Notice"
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# DFID 8129/8325 Tax Systems Transformation Programme Contract Notice

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-09c20905-a1cd-412a-92e7-b8b548819632

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## Summary

The Department for International Development (DFID) has released a contract notice titled "DFID 8129/8325 Tax Systems Transformation Programme Contract Notice". This procurement falls under the category of foreign economic-aid-related services and is aimed at assisting the Ethiopian Government in increasing tax revenues to 17.2% of GDP. The tender period is open until 23 July 2018, and the contract is expected to run from 12 January 2019 to 11 January 2024. The procurement method is a selective procedure above the specified financial threshold, with an estimated contract value of £41,500,000. The delivery addresses encompass a broad range of locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that specialise in economic aid services, tax consultancy, and compliance improvement will find this contract particularly relevant. Engaging in this project can enhance the capacity of these entities to contribute to an equitable tax environment and improve compliance in Ethiopia, thus aligning their business goals with impactful social outcomes.

## Notice

The overall objective of TSTP is to assist the Ethiopian Government (GoE) in raising tax revenues to 17.2% of GDP in a responsible and equitable manner. The programme has three linked outcomes: 1) An equitable and business friendly tax environment 2) Improved voluntary compliance 3) Increased GoE revenues Together these contribute to the impact: GoE is capable of a self-financed exit from poverty. Management of the Accelerated Delivery component of TSTP will consist of three linked sub-components spanning ERCA, MoFEC and the PMO: a) The Tax Transformation Office (TTO), b) The Prime Minister's Delivery Unit (PMDU), and c) technical inputs. Additional information: All relevant information relating to this Contract Notice can be found on the DFID Supplier Portal where suppliers can register their interest directly. If you are not already registered as a supplier on the DFID Supplier Portal please follow the guidance which can be found on the top left of the home page: https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80c18ff4-dda7-434d-b503-ce4c54314ea3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Jan 2019 - 11 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT |
| Locality | EAST KILBRIDE |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G75 8EA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire |
| Local authority | South Lanarkshire |
| Electoral ward | East Kilbride West |
| Westminster constituency | East Kilbride and Strathaven |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2018 at 13:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80c18ff4-dda7-434d-b503-ce4c54314ea3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80c18ff4-dda7-434d-b503-ce4c54314ea3
  25th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/085c1872-bf23-4a7c-ae53-a610004f17f5
  DFID 8129 Contract Notice
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5430c8ef-4eb5-4917-83b5-9f73e656409f
  DFID 8129 Corrigendum
- https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/pages/public/viewPublicNotice.cmd?bm90aWNlSWQ9NzIzNDA%3D
  DFID 8325 Contract Notice visible on the Supplier Portal

## Notice URLs

- https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-international-development/about/procurement

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