CA17670 - DN Colleges Group - ITT for the Provision of External Audits (Mini Competition via CPC Framework CPC/RL/01/24 - Lot 17)

DN COLLEGES GROUP

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Award

24 Jun 2026 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

The DN Colleges Group has carried out a procurement process to secure external audit services for the financial years 2026/27 through 2028/29, with the potential for extension to cover additional audits. This contract, titled "CA17670 - DN Colleges Group - ITT for the Provision of External Audits," falls under the statutory audit services category with a CPV classification of 79212300. The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure as a mini-competition via the CPC Framework - Audit and Financial Services, Lot 17, specifically targeting the Yorkshire and the Humber region. The contract was awarded on 24th June 2026, and the audit services are set to begin on 1st August 2026, spanning until 31st July 2029. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, and the successful supplier is the Cooper Parry Group Limited.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in statutory audit services, particularly those that can deliver comprehensive audits for educational institutions. As the framework allows participation from SMEs (Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises), it encourages broad competition, fostering growth for smaller firms or those aiming to expand within the audit and financial services industry. Companies with an established presence in the UK and experience in conducting audits under similar frameworks will find this an attractive prospect. Successful participation could enhance a firm's portfolio within the public sector and contribute to their growth trajectory in the audit market.

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Notice Title

CA17670 - DN Colleges Group - ITT for the Provision of External Audits (Mini Competition via CPC Framework CPC/RL/01/24 - Lot 17)

Notice Description

The Group is seeking to appoint an External Auditor to perform the external audit for the financial years 2026/27, 2027/28 and 2028/29, with an option to extend for up to a further two annual audits. This procurement is being undertaken as a mini-competition under the CPC Framework - Audit and Financial Services, Lot 17: External Audit (Yorkshire and the Humber). The contract will start on 1st August 2026 for the audit of DN Colleges Group's accounts for the period 01 August 2026 to 31st July 2027 Financial Year. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17670. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17670 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a10cf2c8-a35c-4e98-9d22-bce1e9fd6078
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
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

79212300 - Statutory audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£147,798 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20262 days ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DN COLLEGES GROUP
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DONCASTER
Postcode
DN1 2RF
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE35 Doncaster
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Doncaster
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Doncaster Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COOPER PARRY GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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