Find the right R&D tax specialist through one structured tender process.
Whether this is your first R&D tax relief claim or you are reviewing your existing process, Tenderfy gives UK companies a structured way to compare vetted specialists before making an appointment. Instead of relying on cold outreach, referrals or internet searches, you submit one confidential brief and receive up to three tailored proposals from specialists matched to your brief, commercial requirements and preferred way of working.
Choosing a specialist has become more difficult.
You can't easily tell whether a specialist has real experience in your sector or the specific technology involved in your R&D. Websites look alike, credentials look alike, and cold outreach doesn't tell you anything you can rely on.
Fees vary dramatically. Fixed fee, contingent percentage, hybrid - proposals arrive in different formats with different assumptions, which makes comparing one credibly against another harder than it should be.
HMRC enquiry support can vary materially between specialists. Tenderfy allows you to establish upfront whether enquiry support is included, limited or charged separately.
Structure at every stage of the tender.
Friction
Don't know where to start
You know your company probably qualifies, but you're not sure what information a specialist actually needs to give you a credible proposal.
Difficult to compare specialists
Proposals arrive in different formats with different assumptions, making it hard to weigh one credibly against another.
Concerned about quality
There is no single licence or regulator for R&D tax advisers, so quality, methodology and risk appetite can vary significantly between firms.
Mechanism
Guided tender brief
A guided tender brief captures the information specialists need without requiring detailed tax knowledge.
Structured proposal format
Every proposal follows a structured format covering different areas of expertise, delivery, fees and support.
Vetted specialists only
Only approved and vetted specialists can submit proposals following onboarding and vetting of their profile.
Outcome
A consistent starting point
Every specialist responds to the same information, so their proposals can be compared on substance rather than sales polish.
Like-for-like comparison
You compare like for like - approach, delivery, fees, support - instead of sifting inconsistent sales pitches.
Greater confidence in the shortlist
The R&D specialists bidding for your tender have been vetted before they can see your brief, not after.
What to check before you choose an R&D tax specialist.
Tenderfy doesn't replace professional advice. It helps you appoint the right specialist. Before choosing, consider the following.
Scheme suitability
Whether your company falls within the SME, merged scheme or RDEC position should be assessed as part of the engagement.
Grant funding
Grant funding may influence how qualifying expenditure is treated and should be discussed early.
Previous claims
If you have claimed before, an independent review may identify opportunities or risks before the next submission.
HMRC compliance
Ask how evidence is gathered, how technical narratives are prepared and how enquiries are managed.
Commercial model
Compare fixed, contingent and hybrid fee models across each proposal in line with your specific requirements.
Sector expertise
Experience in your field can improve communication and understanding of technical projects.
Frequently asked questions.
Ready to compare vetted R&D tax specialists?
Post one confidential tender and receive a focused shortlist from specialists matched to your sector, claim profile and commercial preferences. Stay in control throughout the tender process and only engage when you are confident you have found the right specialist.