Tender

Internal Audit Services 2017 - 20

COBALT HOUSING E-TENDERING

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13 Sep 2017 at 11:08

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12 Sep 2017 at 15:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cobalt Housing is currently seeking bids for the provision of Internal Audit Services from 2017 to 2020, which falls under the auditing services category. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 10th October 2017. Interested parties are invited to respond to this open procedure tender, with a contract value estimated between £90,000 and £130,000. The services are intended for delivery to various locations, including the United Kingdom, with the contract commencing on 15th November 2017 and lasting for one year.

This procurement opportunity is ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in auditing services and internal audit consultancy. Companies that can conduct thorough risk assessments, develop audit plans, and provide interim updates would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract could broaden business horizons, enhance reputation in the auditing sector, and establish a long-term partnership with a reputable housing association.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Internal Audit Services 2017 - 20

Notice Description

The purpose of this tender process is to select a supplier for the provision of Internal Audit services to Cobalt Housing (The Association). The term 'Internal Auditor' refers to the external partner (which is the subject of this tender). It is expected that this work will include an Internal Audit risk assessment and plan, delivered internal audits, interim update reporting (including progress against the plan), tracked status of findings and ad hoc reviews, as required. Our Audit and Risk Committee is responsible for advising the Board on the effectiveness of our management and control systems for ensuring VFM, propriety, regularity, economy, efficiency, competence and accountability. The committee also has the duty of ensuring the maintenance of adequate and effective systems of internal financial control and risk management and the provision of an appropriate internal audit function. The Internal Auditor is responsible for enabling the committee to achieve these duties by conducting independent appraisals of our activities in line with current requirements and prevailing standards and best practice. The Internal Auditor is responsible for giving assurance to Cobalt on financial and other control arrangements. It also assists management by evaluating and reporting to them on the effectiveness of the controls for which they are responsible. Additional information: To register your interest please follow - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cobalthousing/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f567014-f652-4ab2-9943-e2de157d8c64
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 (below threshold)
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

79212200 - Internal audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Nov 2017 - 14 Nov 2018 6-12 months
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
COBALT HOUSING E-TENDERING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MERSEYSIDE
Postcode
L11 2SF
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
West Derby Muirhead
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Walton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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