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title: "Provision of tax advisory and compliance services - AWARD"
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# Provision of tax advisory and compliance services - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8b0599db-c728-43b5-875b-b1bc6d5ef404

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## Summary

The University of Cumbria has completed the award for the tender titled "Provision of tax advisory and compliance services," which falls under the category of tax consultancy services (CPV code 79221000). The contract period is set from 1st May 2019 to 30th April 2022, and the award was officially made on 29th May 2019. This procurement process was initiated to provide comprehensive tax advisory support across all tax types, serving not only the University but also its established subsidiary companies. The original tender period concluded on 9th April 2019, with the service located in Cumbria, North West England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses offering tax consultancy and compliance services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that excel in this sector. With the contract awarded to Grant Thornton UK LLP, competitors in this field should leverage their expertise in UK and overseas taxation to provide tailored solutions. The capabilities to deliver a full range of advisory services, including corporation tax returns and compliance with iXBRL requirements for the specified financial years, are advantageous for businesses seeking to grow through such public contracts.

## Notice

For the provision of tax advisory &compliance services. Provision of advice across all taxes to the University and its subsidiary company or companies which are established. Completion of corporation tax returns for the University and its subsidiary company, including iXBRL related services, commencing with the returns related to the 2018/19 financial year. The appointed firm will have the ability to cover the whole range of UK & overseas taxation, both direct & indirect.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e5da308-0700-4499-bc64-e50b6f09af04 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Apr 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 May 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2019 - 30 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA |
| Locality | CUMBRIA |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 2HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GRANT THORNTON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79221000 - Tax consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2019 at 10:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e5da308-0700-4499-bc64-e50b6f09af04

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e5da308-0700-4499-bc64-e50b6f09af04
  8th July 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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