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Internal Audit Services

LICHFIELD DISTRICT COUNCIL

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11 Jul 2025 at 06:54

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Internal Audit Services" contract was managed by Lichfield District Council, situated in Lichfield, West Midlands, England. This contract, falling under the business services category (CPV code 79000000), specifically focused on providing internal audit services to both Lichfield District Council and Tamworth Borough Council. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically by calling off from a framework agreement. The tender was completed with the awarding of the contract on 10th July 2025, and the contract period is set from 14th July 2025 to 30th September 2025. The final value of the contract was £29,400.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security services. The internal audit services market is open to SME participation, making it an exceptional opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises to enhance their portfolio by aligning with public sector demands. Although the tender has been awarded to Bdo Llp, a large enterprise, this can serve as a benchmark for SMEs aiming to build competencies and prepare for similar opportunities in the future. Such contracts can provide businesses with valuable public sector experience, facilitating growth and enhanced market presence.

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Notice Title

Internal Audit Services

Notice Description

Internal Audit Services for Lichfield District Council and Tamworth Borough Council

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7031f799-003e-43a7-ae4a-0900064614de
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20259 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jul 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LICHFIELD DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LICHFIELD
Postcode
WS13 6YX
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Stowe
Westminster Constituency
Lichfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BDO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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