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CEFAS22-40 RFQ for European Commission Auditing Services

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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02 Aug 2022 at 15:26

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "CEFAS22-40 RFQ for European Commission Auditing Services" is conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in Lowestoft, England. This tender falls under the industry category of auditing services and is currently in the award stage, having been completed with an awarded contract valued at £29,500. The contract period commenced on 1st August 2022 and will conclude on 30th June 2024. The procurement method used was an open procedure for tenders below threshold, with the tender period having ended on 5th July 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in auditing, particularly those with experience in Horizon 2020 and INTERREG projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate relevant sector expertise and are INTERREG Level 1 Control approved would be particularly well-suited to compete for such contracts. With audits required to align with European Commission guidelines, potential bidders should ensure they possess the necessary qualifications and compliance in this niche area to leverage this opportunity for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS22-40 RFQ for European Commission Auditing Services

Notice Description

Cefas have a requirement for independent auditing services of European Commission work. The successful bidder is required to conduct Audits to meet the relevant requirements for independent auditing of: - European Commission grant-based work Horizon 2020 INTERREG - Other - to add (subject to written agreement between Cefas and the successful bidder) The designated independent auditor must possess sector experience in Horizon 2020 and INTERREG and must be INTERREG Level 1 Control approved. Only the successful bidder need apply for FLC approval, at which stage Cefas will supply specific project details. All audits must be completed in accordance with the standards laid out in the Commission guidelines relating to: - Horizon 2020 - INTERREG These can be found on the EC website via the following: - Reference Documents (europa.eu) - First level control, Interreg VB North Sea Region Programme - Useful Documents | Interreg (channelmanche.com) Audit exercises to be carried out are as detailed in the schedule at Annex 1 (which is included to download as part of the bidder pack). Any adjustment to this requirement shall be agreed in writing between Cefas and the successful bidder. Cefas will provide a draft annual audit plan at the beginning of each calendar year, which will be subject to changes required by the Commission, Coordinators and other Participants. Cefas will notify the successful bidder immediately of any such changes to requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-90e0456b-c4eb-45ac-878d-1ea11ed30933
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa56772a-355c-4744-9a41-bad4ad095b1e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79212000 - Auditing services

79212100 - Financial auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Aug 20223 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2022 - 30 Jun 2024 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR33 0HT
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEES ACCOUNTANTS

Further Information

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