Tender

541 - External Audit Services

ASTON UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

16 Sep 2021 at 13:32

Tender Notice
Tender

26 Aug 2021 at 23:18

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aston University is currently seeking to appoint a supplier for External Audit Services through an open procurement process. This tender, identified as "541 - External Audit Services," is valued at £400,000 and is set to commence on 29 November 2021, lasting for three years with the possibility of two additional 12-month extensions. The tender period concludes on 27 September 2021. The University, located in Birmingham, aims to collaborate with a partner who can deliver timely and reliable audit services, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.

This opportunity represents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in audit and financial services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Firms that have experience in conducting audits for higher education institutions (HEIs) and offer competitive pricing, exemplary contract management, and a robust understanding of the sector will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Businesses providing added value through insights related to the audit landscape in higher education are also encouraged to participate in this tender process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

541 - External Audit Services

Notice Description

Aston University is going out to tender to appoint a partner to deliver External Audit Services for the next 3 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years on 2x12 month period. The University is looking to appoint a supplier: * Who can deliver a reliable and accurate audit service in a timely manner; * Who will work closely with key members of the University to deliver Aston's objectives; * To provide value for money with competitive rates and exceptional service; * Who can offer excellent contract management; * To appoint external auditors who will ensure a high quality risk-based audit to meet all regulatory and legal requirements; * With sector knowledge and experience of audits of other HEI's; * To provide additional added value including insights related to the sector; and * To provide excellent contract management including forward planning and communication.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/deef686b-146f-416d-8e41-add3490499bf
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
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

79212100 - Financial auditing services

79212300 - Statutory audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Nov 2021 - 28 Nov 2024 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
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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