SKP CrossBorder Consulting contract structuring service

Support services at negotiation of transaction / tender stage

We provide support services to our clients in computing the tender / bid amount (and assist in negotiation with their clients) taking into account host of applicable taxes and duties in India. Our transaction and tender support services helps the client anticipate potential risks and exposure in the bid:

Examining draft of the tender / bid and the employers requirement
Identifying critical parts of the operations/activities required in the contract and evaluating the operations, which may be outsourced to India considering low cost and differential duty implications of customs, excise and sales tax
Computing different taxes and duties applicable on the contract
- Sales tax / Works Contract Tax
- Excise Duty
- Customs duty
- Service tax
- Octroi / Entry tax
- Corporate tax in India and Home country

Planning and providing tax planning inputs to minimize worldwide profit taxes and choice of vehicle for executing the project
Assistance in arriving at the optimum bid / tender amount taking into account the host of applicable indirect and direct taxes
Vetting the contract from legal and commercial perspective
Advice on structuring the contract (wherever possible) and negotiating with the vendor for minimum tax implications.