Germany - Leibniz University Hannover consists of nine faculties and three schools and

Description

Leibniz University Hannover consists of nine faculties and three schools and is one of the largest universities in Lower Saxony with 85 degree programs. It is a recipient of state benefits and other funding, which is why LUH is the focus of both social and media attention. Many of its activities have tax implications, which is why tax compliance is so important. The following activities must be ensured/commissioned: - Advising, processing and supporting LUH in fulfilling its tax obligations, including, among other things Checking income tax obligations, preparing tax returns for corporate income tax and trade tax, VAT - Advice on the classification of an activity as commercial/non-commercial - Representation of LUH in tax matters - Support in the classification of sales as VATable or subject to VAT or the applicability of any tax exemption standards - Assistance with all tax audits and audits of any kind, etc. A framework agreement is to be concluded from 01.03.2025. This framework agreement is to be concluded with a tax consultant. The term of the framework agreement is 4 years. The tax consultant shall provide at least one permanent tax consultant and at least two additional responsible employees for the duration of the contractual relationship. The tax advisor shall be present on site for tax audits and audits of any kind without separate reimbursement of travel expenses. The tax consultant must provide proof of the tax consultancy appointment and will carry out the assignment given to him/her above in accordance with the principles of proper professional practice. Only the order placed shall be decisive for the handling of the services to be provided by the consultant. In accordance with the law, the tax consultant shall be obliged to maintain confidentiality about all matters of LUH of which he/she becomes aware during or on the occasion of the execution of his/her assignment, unless LUH releases him/her from this obligation in writing. This duty of confidentiality on the part of the consultant shall continue to apply after termination of the contractual relationship and the tax consultant shall provide proof of liability stating the maximum amount of liability. Prerequisites:The bidder must provide evidence that he/she has the necessary expertise to properly perform the services tendered. This includes the qualifications and experience of the staff of the tax consultant entrusted with the consultancy with regard to the following points:- Proven knowledge of higher education law and familiarity with EU legal requirements (e.g. state aid law in research projects) and their tax implications- Knowledge of the special tax requirements in the education and science sector- Proven experience in providing tax advice to universities, scientific institutions or comparable organizations in the public sector- Experience in accompanying tax audits - Knowledge and experience in dealing with complex tax issues such as VAT treatment - Knowledge and experience in dealing with complex tax issues such as VAT treatment - Knowledge and experience in dealing with complex tax issues such as VAT treatment - Knowledge and experience in dealing with complex tax issues such as VAT treatment.Knowledge and experience in dealing with complex tax issues such as the VAT treatment of cooperation between universities and companies as well as the tax aspects of university construction and real estate projects - Ability to develop practical solutions for the special requirements and processes of universities - Submission of current references (not older than three years) that are comparable in size and typeFailure to meet the above minimum requirements will result in the bid being excluded from the award procedure.please refer to the attached specifications for the exact requirements and evaluation criteria.

Opportunity closing date

28 January 2025

Value of contract

to be confirmed