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title: "CBC-1680-T-TS Annual Asset Valuations & Rating Advice 3 Lots - AWARD"
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# CBC-1680-T-TS Annual Asset Valuations & Rating Advice 3 Lots - AWARD

Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8e65f91d-5fa5-4e9b-a2d1-f644aee4b073

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## Summary

Central Bedfordshire Council has finalised the award process for the contract titled "CBC-1680-T-TS Annual Asset Valuations & Rating Advice 3 Lots". This contract, classified under accounting services (CPV 79211000), is located in the East of England and involves delivering asset valuations and rating advice over a span of three years, commencing on 1st April 2025, with potential extensions up to 2029. The procurement was carried out using an open procedure, and the total contract value is £350,000. The award was made to Bruton Knowles, with the contract period running from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the accounting, auditing, and financial services industries to expand their client base and market presence. Companies specialising in asset valuations and rating advice, particularly those experienced in servicing public sector contracts, would find this contract appealing. Small to medium enterprises, though not specifically targeted, can still benefit from engaging as subcontractors or forming consortia. This tender highlights the importance of adhering to stringent submission guidelines and deadlines, making it crucial for interested businesses to prepare meticulously to meet all criteria and deliver competitive bids via the In-tend portal.

## Notice

Annual Asset Valuations & Rating Advice - 3 Lots Please READ/follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communication/correspondence and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Do not contact the Service area for information, please use the correspondence facility Regularly view the 'Clarification' tab for updates or responses to questions received by bidders. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all bidders (if not P&C), this to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. Avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incur IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please contact the Procurement lead using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Opting In To inform us of your decision to participate and to be able to submit a tender you will be required to Opt In. Opting In will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a tender return. Opting Out Will confirm that you are no longer interested in submitting a tender return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision if you wish. This will cease any system-generated communications. You will be able to opt back in at any point. Target contract commencement date: 1st August 2024 Contract term: 3 years (+2+1+1 optional years)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57c9140b-b8d5-4f0e-b5d4-e6e6c4f2e327 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £350,000 |
| 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHEFFORD |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG17 5TQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |
| Local authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Shefford |
| Westminster constituency | Hitchin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRUTON KNOWLES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 66000000 - Financial and insurance services
- 66515200 - Property insurance services
- 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services
- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services
- 79211000 - Accounting services
- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 7 Mar 2025 at 10:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57c9140b-b8d5-4f0e-b5d4-e6e6c4f2e327

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57c9140b-b8d5-4f0e-b5d4-e6e6c4f2e327
  7th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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