Tender

Provision of Audit and Assurance Services

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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27 Feb 2017 at 08:57

Tender Notice
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27 Feb 2017 at 08:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is seeking proposals for the "Provision of Audit and Assurance Services" as part of an open procurement process. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with a submission deadline set for 27 March 2017. The winning bidder will provide auditing services, beginning from 2 May 2017 and lasting until 31 October 2026, primarily addressing the needs outlined in the Programme Alliance Agreement (PAA) and relevant auditing clauses. The services are required in the West Midlands region of England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for firms experienced in auditing and assurance services, particularly those that can demonstrate the necessary qualifications and accreditation. Businesses operating in this sector are encouraged to participate, as they can contribute to the goals of the WMCA and the MMA by ensuring compliance and transparency throughout the Alliance's operations. This project could enhance professional visibility and foster long-term relationships with a key public authority in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Audit and Assurance Services

Notice Description

The WMCA on behalf of the MMA requires a suitably experienced and accredited organisation to deliver a wide variety of auditing and assurance services. This role is identified under the Programme Alliance Agreement (PAA). The roles and activities are specifically referred to under clause 32.2 (with reference back to clause 32.1) in which the 'Alliance Auditor(s)' are to be appointed by the Alliance Leadership Team (ALT). There is further to this, the opportunity for the Owner to appoint an Owner's Auditor (clause 32.2.A) to undertake any audit of the type permitted under clause 32 i.e. undertake the same audit as that permitted by the Alliance Auditor(s). The scope of the activities is prescribed within the PAA though can be as broad as "The Alliance Auditor must undertake such audits as may be directed by the ALT etc." (detailed within clause 32.2.3). In order to support the commitments set out and the broader principles of honesty, openness and best for the Alliance, the MMA and the WMCA (in its capacity as Owner) wish to jointly appoint an Auditor(s).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b133f886-95f7-4aad-a86d-2082fe070eb3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ab899aa-dfbf-4b89-b7e4-2ba4adec0c6d
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
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2017 - 31 Oct 2026 Over 5 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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
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
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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