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Audit Services for France (Channel) England

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

16 Jun 2021 at 08:36

Award Notice
Tender

12 Mar 2021 at 09:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Norfolk County Council seeking to procure audit services for the Interreg VA France (Channel) England European Territorial Cooperation Programme. The title of the contract is "Audit Services for France (Channel) England," classified under auditing services (CPV code 79212000). The tender period concluded on 26th April 2021, with the contract period commencing from 8th June 2021 and running until 7th February 2025. The total contract value is £375,000, reflecting expenditure in Euros for a duration of 44 months. This process utilised an open procurement method, allowing wider participation.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in auditing services, particularly those with expertise in European Union regulations, sampling, public procurement, and state aid issues. Given the requirements for suitably experienced and registered auditors to conduct work in France, firms with the capability to operate in international contexts and adapt to cross-border regulatory standards would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this project could enhance the reputation and reach of such businesses across the Channel, contributing to their expansion and innovation-driven initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Audit Services for France (Channel) England

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council wished to procure audit services in France for the audit of expenditure incurred by the Interreg VA France (Channel) England European Territorial Cooperation Programme. Some additional work may be required, including ad-hoc advice on technical issues, such as sampling, public procurement or state aid. The Interreg France (Channel) England Programme seeks to address common challenges on both sides of the Channel through cooperation to develop innovation projects, low carbon initiatives and enhance the attractiveness of the area. The programme area covers the south and east coasts of England from Cornwall to Norfolk, and the north coast of France from Finistere to Pas-de-Calais. The programme map is available at https://interreg5afce.eu/assets/downloads/Programme-Map.jpg The audit work is to be carried out over 44 months commencing June 2021, and itself may be subject to audit by the European Commission to ensure compliance with the applicable EU Regulations. The contract has been awarded for 44 months and the value of the contract is in Euros and is 375 000 EUR. The buyer was limited by the constraints of the form to add the value in Sterling. The contract was entered in to under English Law, although auditors were required to be suitably experienced, qualified and registered to undertake audit work in France. Payment will be made in Euros. The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: the Interreg France (Channel) England programme funded through ESIF funds by the European Commission.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9d4838c4-bc63-4068-97d4-b289b8ecae6a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ee0f2e0-e57a-4802-8491-691a15f43b38
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 2021 - 7 Feb 2025 3-4 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
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EY & ASSOCIÉS

Further Information

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