Tender

FINANCIAL AUDIT SERVICES

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

10 Nov 2021 at 13:04

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently undertaking a tender for "FINANCIAL AUDIT SERVICES," aimed at improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families within Sandwell. This procurement falls under the financial auditing services category and is based in West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender submission deadline is set for 26 November 2020, with the contract period commencing on 1 April 2022 and concluding on 31 March 2025. The maximum annual budget for this contract is £30,000, though no guaranteed work is promised to the contractors.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in financial audit services to expand their portfolios, particularly those with experience in public sector engagements. Firms that can demonstrate quality service delivery, adhere to professional standards, and comply with the specific operational requirements of the Sandwell Children's Trust will be well-positioned to compete. Potential bidders should ensure they have the capacity to fulfil the contract requirements over the maximum ten-year term, with a five-year review, and be prepared to navigate the Sandwell MBC In-tend e-Tendering System for their submissions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FINANCIAL AUDIT SERVICES

Notice Description

Sandwell Children's Trust (the "Trust") is a company limited by guarantee with a Board of ten Directors. Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) is the sole member. Sandwell Children's Trust was set up on 1 April 2018 following statutory direction of the Secretary of State to improve outcomes for vulnerable children, young people and families in Sandwell. This is for a period of up to ten years with a review after five years. The Trust is a distinct legal entity which has operational independence. Sandwell Children's Trust is mainly funded by Sandwell MBC. A high standard of service will be expected, and contractors will need to be able to demonstrate the ability and willingness to deliver the Services in the manner required by the Trust. The external audit and services required as a minimum, in accordance with professional standards of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. They include planning, management and execution of the independent annual audit of the Sandwell Children's Trusts' Financial Statement and Trustee's report. The maximum available budget per annum is PS30,000 (exclusive of VAT) - for the term of the Contract. However, the Trust does not guarantee any level or amount of work pursuant to the Contract. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation you will be required to 'Opt In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: 26 November 2020 at 23:59hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ff878d9-970a-4b3c-a311-a291debe50af
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79212100 - Financial auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Michelle Hackwood
Contact Email
michelle_hackwood@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 2873

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DE
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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