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title: "UK and International Tax Advisory Services & International Payroll Delivery"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04fe59"
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# UK and International Tax Advisory Services & International Payroll Delivery

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04fe59

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the University of Exeter centres around the provision of UK and International Tax Advisory Services and International Payroll Delivery, tailored to support globally mobile employees. This contract, divided into two main lots—Lot 1 for Tax Advisory Services and Lot 2 for Payroll Delivery—involves the expertise of CD&R Galaxy UK Opco Limited as the supplier. Following an open procedure, the award stage of the procurement is in effect as of 25th February 2026, with key contracts set to commence on 17th February 2026, continuing until February 2028, with options for extension up to February 2030. The industry focus is on payroll management services and tax consultancy, with service delivery across the United Kingdom.

This tender opens up growth opportunities, especially beneficial for businesses operating within tax consultancy and payroll management sectors, including small and medium-sized enterprises. The University of Exeter's procurement needs reflect an extensive scope of international employment contexts, allowing for innovation and scalability in service delivery. Companies proficient in handling cross-border payroll and tax issues are well-suited to leverage this opportunity, potentially expanding their client base and operational capabilities across UK regions and beyond. Participation in such tenders could enhance reputation and market presence in public sector procurement.

## Notice

This opportunity is for the provision of UK and International Tax Advisory Services and International Payroll Delivery. The University of Exeter has a requirement to establish an agreement with a suitable provider(s) for the specific services of Social Security, Tax and Payroll Advisory work and International Payroll Solutions services to enable the University to compliantly employ and pay our globally mobile employees outside of the UK. In some circumstances this may be individuals who are international consultants, contractors and casual workers based outside the UK. There is also a current population of cross border workers that work and live overseas but spend both regular and sporadic periods working in the UK for the University. This opportunity is divided into two lots: Lot 1 - UK and International Social Security, Tax and Payroll Advisory Services Lot 2 - International Payroll Delivery Bids can be submitted for one or both lots.

### Lot Information

Lot 1: UK and International Social Security, Tax and Payroll Advisory Services

Renewal: The option to extend for up to two years in up to twelve month increments.

Lot 2: International Payroll Delivery

Renewal: The option to extend for up to two years in up to twelve month increments.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016763-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Feb 2026 - 17 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | 2029-03-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £426,000 |
| Lots value | £426,000 |
| Awards value | £426,000 |
| Contracts value | £426,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK43 Devon CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CD&R GALAXY UK OPCO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79211110 - Payroll management services
- 79221000 - Tax consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2026 at 10:17 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016763-2026
- 9 Jul 2025 at 08:12 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038433-2025
- 7 Apr 2025 at 15:52 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013488-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016763-2026
  25th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038433-2025
  9th July 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013488-2025
  7th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=92515&B=
- https://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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