Tender

External Auditing Services

GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

13 Nov 2024 at 14:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is inviting bids for the provision of External Auditing Services, under a selective procurement method. This tender falls within the services category, specifically auditing services (CPV code: 79212000). The procurement process is at the tender stage, with key deadlines including the submission end date of 6th January 2025. The contract is set to begin on 1st April 2025 and will run until the 31st March 2028. The values estimated for this contract are £900,000 GBP and it will be conducted as a mini competition utilising the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Audit and Assurance Services (A&AS) framework Ref RM6188 Lot 2. This opportunity is primarily targeted at suppliers already awarded to this Lot of the framework. The service delivery locations encompass a wide range including the UK, Europe, and various British Overseas Territories.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses that provide auditing services. It is especially suitable for SMEs who are capable of delivering high-quality external audit services within the specified contract period. Being a part of the Crown Commercial Services framework also indicates a substantial and stable engagement, making it ideal for businesses looking to solidify their presence in the public sector. This contract can help firms expand their portfolios and demonstrate their capability in handling significant public sector contracts, aiding in business credibility and future opportunities within the healthcare sector. Interested businesses must ensure they are registered on the Atamis e-Portal to access the procurement documents and submit their bids accordingly.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

External Auditing Services

Notice Description

Provision of External Audit Services Additional information: GHC (Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust) "the Authority" invites Bidders to compete for the Provision of External Audit Services This procurement is being undertaken as a mini competition utilising the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Audit and Assurance Services (A&AS) framework Ref RM6188 Lot 2 - External Audit and is only open to suppliers awarded to this Lot of the framework. The Tender information can be found on the Trusts e-Portal (Atamis Health Family) at https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome Reference - C317476 you must be registered on the Atamis to view the Documents and all bids and communications must be submitted via this e-Portal. If you require any technical assistance using Atamis, please refer to the Supplier Portal user guide ( https://services.atamis.co.uk/docs/Supplier_User_Guide.pdf ) and/or the helpdesk on 0800 995 6035.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4216c4f9-90f8-4eff-a01b-0088f9cc9a30
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
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
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jan 2025Expired
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
GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BROCKWORTH, GLOUCESTER
Postcode
GL3 4AW
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tewkesbury
Electoral Ward
Churchdown Brookfield with Hucclecote
Westminster Constituency
North Cotswolds

Further Information

Notice Documents

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