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title: "1617EC03 Understanding the evolving role of tax advisers and agents in the avoidance marketplace"
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# 1617EC03 Understanding the evolving role of tax advisers and agents in the avoidance marketplace

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9cd1ff00-adbe-47bc-97d4-ef51fcd09428

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by H M Revenue & Customs, relates to the study titled "Understanding the evolving role of tax advisers and agents in the avoidance marketplace." This project falls under the research and experimental development services category and is located in London, England. The contract, valued at £29,324, commenced on 2nd November 2016 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2017. The procurement method is classified as 'Other,' and the tender was completed with the contracting authority's award announcement made on 1st November 2016.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in economic and social research, tax consultancy, and advisory services, to enhance their growth. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, as the procurement suitability indicates support for such entities. Firms capable of executing qualitative research and adept in understanding taxation dynamics may find this contract aligns well with their service offerings.

## Notice

The main aim of the study is to gather insight on the evolving avoidance marketplace, to help HMRC understand how tax advisers and agents are adapting to new developments. The methodology consists of approximately twenty qualitative interviews with tax advisers and agents. Additional information: This contact was let as part of a mini competition within the DWP Social and Economic Research Framework 2013

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48122f95-ed36-4d97-802b-821f319ee22a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Nov 2016 |
| Contract period | 2 Nov 2016 - 31 Mar 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,324 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,324 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 9LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KANTAR PUBLIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2017 at 15:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48122f95-ed36-4d97-802b-821f319ee22a
- 17 Jan 2017 at 15:09 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48122f95-ed36-4d97-802b-821f319ee22a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48122f95-ed36-4d97-802b-821f319ee22a
  17th January 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4c05cb1a-93c4-43cc-8942-cb0b8d847826
  Service Order

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