Tender

University of Sunderland - External Audit Services

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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29 Nov 2019 at 15:58

Tender

15 Nov 2019 at 14:43

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland is inviting tenders for External Audit Services, with a focus on appointing a qualified company that possesses the necessary experience in financial services, particularly in both national and international contexts. The tender is currently in the active stage and has a submission deadline set for 16 December 2019. The expected contract duration is from June 2020 to May 2023, with a potential two-year extension available. This contract opportunity falls under the accounting and auditing services category, and the value of the contract is estimated at £322,000, with a minimum threshold of £230,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in external auditing, particularly those with a proven track record in financial services and experience handling projects for educational institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they can bring innovative solutions and personalisation to the audit process. Participants will have the chance to engage directly with the University’s Finance Management Team from 2nd to 10th December 2019 to understand their requirements better, facilitating a more tailored approach when submitting proposals.

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Notice Title

University of Sunderland - External Audit Services

Notice Description

The University has campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, along with a number of subsidiaries which operate both nationally and internationally across the business portfolio, we are looking to undertake a tender for External Audit Services. The emphasis of this tender is to appoint appropriately qualified company with suitable experience of the financial services required, knowledge of both national and international arenas and an innovative approach throughout the life of the contract. External Audit Services are expected to commence from June 2020 to run for 3 years' with a possible 2 year extension in 12 monthly increments. ------- Tenderers may wish to arrange an introduction to members of the Finance Management Team who are responsible for the External Audit, these can be arranged from 2nd to 10th December 2019 on an individual appointment basis, at the University's City Campus. For further information, or to arrange a suitable date please reply by correspondence with your availability, providing as many options as possible. Additional information: Please download the tender package , complete all the documents and return by the deadline. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef69f1db-84a5-46da-b98f-10c05a8c999f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

79210000 - Accounting and auditing services

79211000 - Accounting services

79212000 - Auditing services

79212100 - Financial auditing services

79212300 - Statutory audit services

79222000 - Tax-return preparation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£322,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2020 - 31 May 2023 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
Andrea Brook
Contact Email
andrea.brook@sunderland.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0191 515 2851

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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