Tender

Internal Audit Services

FAVERSHAM TOWN COUNCIL

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25 Nov 2024 at 16:05

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25 Nov 2024 at 13:01

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25 Nov 2024 at 13:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Faversham Town Council is seeking proposals for providing Internal Audit Services, with the procurement process currently at the 'Tender' stage. The service is classified under the CPV code 79212000 (Auditing Services). Located in Faversham, Kent, the council is looking for audit providers with significant experience in auditing local and parish councils. The audit scope includes a detailed review of the council's financial and governance records, aiming to ensure compliance and provide recommendations for improvement. Proposals must be submitted to the Town Hall by 12 noon on Friday, 13th December 2024, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028.

This tender provides a valuable opportunity for businesses specialised in auditing services, particularly those with experience in the public sector and local governance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially well-positioned for this contract given the suitability criteria. By securing this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio with a reputable public sector client, develop long-term collaborative relationships, and contribute to the improvement of financial and governance standards within Faversham Town Council. Moreover, the requirement for significant experience and professional accreditation underscores the council's commitment to quality and reliable audit services, making this an attractive proposition for qualified audit firms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Internal Audit Services

Notice Description

Section 4 of The Practitioners' Guide 2024 (and future versions) sets out the basic requirements for conduct of an effective internal audit review of an authority's financial and governance records and controls facilitating the completion of the Internal Audit Report in an authority's Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR). We would expect these as a minimum requirement of the internal audit services. In the case that the internal audit is not able to confirm compliance, there is the expectation that these instances of non-compliance will be included in an internal audit report containing practical recommendations for improvement. It will be expected that the internal audit service provider will be effective and add value. In addition to the work required to sign the relevant section of the AGAR, it is expected that the internal auditor service provider will: - 1. Prepare an annual audit plan which will be discussed with the Town Clerk and tabled at a Policy and Resources Committee meeting so that there can be additional input and oversight into the internal audit procedures that need to be carried out. 2. Have significant experience of auditing local and parish councils' sector and will be able to highlight latest best practice in the sector. 3. Have sufficient capacity to complete their work by no later than 31 May each year. OTHER INFORMATION Faversham Town Council uses RBS Omega as its primary accounting system. Audits to be undertaken on site at Faversham, Kent. TENDER REQUIREMENTS The written tender response should contain the following information: - 1. Details of registration to any professional organisation. 2. Experience in auditing local and parish councils. 3. Letters of recommendation from other similar sized town councils. 4. Details of professional indemnity insurance. 5. List of items required at the time of audit. 6. Sample internal audit plan and report for the annual internal audit with timeframes. 7. The fee for undertaking the work for each of the 2025/26, 2026/27 and 2027/28 financial years for 2 audits (at 6 months and 12 months) on site in Faversham. Tenders maybe received by electronic submission entitled 'Internal Audit Services" for the attention of the Town Clerk, Faversham Town Council. The tender will be scored on a 50: 50 price versus quality scoring matrix. FURTHER INFORMATION Further information can be obtained from Louise Bareham, Town Clerk and RFO by telephone 01795 503286 or email louise.bareham@favershamtowncouncil.gov.uk In order to comply with the Local Government Transparency Code 2014, details of the winning contract may be published on the Council's website and minutes. The submission of a tender is deemed to be an acceptance of this requirement. CLOSING DATE The closing date for the tenders is 12 noon Friday 13th December 2024 Submission Address: The Town Hall, 12 Market Place, Faversham, Kent, ME13 7AE

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0bdd0c4-15ff-4938-a7f5-3f05b0b0ce42
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below 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

79212000 - Auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FAVERSHAM TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FAVERSHAM
Postcode
ME13 7AE
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swale
Electoral Ward
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Faversham and Mid Kent

Further Information

Notice Documents

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