Our fees
BSSB Consultancy Ltd is paid only by its clients, for consultancy work agreed in advance. We use three fee models, and the proposal for each engagement states which one applies.
| Fee model | Best suited to | How it is charged | Invoicing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed project fee | A defined piece of work with clear deliverables | One agreed price for the full scope | [INSERT %] on signing, balance on delivery |
| Day rate | Flexible or open-ended support | [INSERT DAY RATE] per consultant day (7.5 hours) | Monthly in arrears, based on days worked |
| Monthly retainer | Ongoing advisory support | Fixed monthly fee for agreed hours | Monthly in advance |
- All fees are quoted in pounds sterling (GBP)
- Fees are [exclusive of VAT, which is added at the prevailing rate / not subject to VAT, as the company is not currently VAT-registered] [DELETE AS APPROPRIATE]
- Reasonable travel expenses outside [INSERT AREA] are charged at cost only where agreed in advance
- Work outside the agreed scope is quoted separately and only carried out with your written approval
Payment terms
- Invoices are issued by BSSB Consultancy Ltd and are payable within [INSERT NUMBER] days
- Payment is accepted by bank transfer to the company's UK business bank account only
- We do not accept cash payments
- We do not accept payment from anyone other than the contracted client without prior written agreement
How we work
- 01
Enquiry
Contact us by email, telephone or the website form
- 02
Initial consultation
A free, no-obligation 30-minute call to discuss your needs
- 03
Client checks
For new clients we confirm business identity and, where appropriate, the identity of directors
- 04
Written proposal
Scope, deliverables, timetable, fee model and total cost
- 05
Engagement letter
Signed by both parties before chargeable work begins
- 06
Delivery
Meetings, analysis, workshops and written outputs as agreed
- 07
Close and review
Final report or handover meeting, then final invoice
Confidentiality
Everything you share with us is treated as confidential. We sign non-disclosure agreements on request and handle personal data in line with our Privacy Notice.
Discuss your business with us
Tell us what you are trying to achieve. We will reply within two working days to arrange an initial consultation.
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