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2410/LM - ** TENDER CANCELLED ** External and Internal Audit Services for the University of Sheffield

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield has initiated a procurement process for External and Internal Audit Services, identified by tender ID 2410/LM. This tender, classified under the CPV category of Financial Auditing Services, is aimed at securing compliance with the Office for Students’ requirements. The procurement method follows an Open Procedure, with a tender period scheduled to end on 20th April 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). The contract is expected to commence on 1st August 2020 and run until 31st July 2023. The services will primarily be delivered in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, with a total estimated value of £2,100,000.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for companies specialising in audit services, particularly those capable of handling multiple lots, including external and internal audit. Businesses that are SMEs and have the requisite technical qualifications to meet the specifications set forth by the University of Sheffield will be particularly well-placed to compete effectively. Interested bidders are encouraged to engage promptly and access the tender documentation via the University’s e-tendering system, ensuring they submit their proposals before the specified deadline to avoid disqualification.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2410/LM - ** TENDER CANCELLED ** External and Internal Audit Services for the University of Sheffield

Notice Description

** TENDER CANCELLED ** The University of Sheffield requires External and Internal Audit service providers in compliance with the requirements of the Office for Students, as set out in Regulatory Advice 9: Accounts Direction (Ref OfS 2019.41). The Audit Services shall be divided into four lots: Lot 1 - External Audit services for the University of Sheffield - 1st priority for award. Lot 2 - External Audit services for Companies - 2nd priority for award. Lot 3 - External Audit services for AMRC Korea - 3rd priority for award. Lot 4 - Internal Audit services for University of Sheffield - 4th priority for award. External Audit lots will be awarded in priority order, Lot 1 first, Lot 2 second, Lot 3 third and finally Lot 4 Internal Audit being awarded last. The University welcomes bidders who wish to be considered for multiple lots, including both external and internal audit services (provided that they meet the specification criteria). However, any winning bidder/s for Lots 1-3 External Audit cannot be awarded for Lot 4 Internal Audit. The full technical specification can be found in the ITT documentation which will be available after you have expressed your interest on In-Tend. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an OJEU Open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender, they must be submitted via the In-tend System. Your tender response must also be submitted through InTend to arrive by the date and time specified. Late tenders will not be considered. Closing date for receipt of bids: Monday 20th April 2020 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: ** TENDER CANCELLED **

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b89a6a24-f263-4a5f-8f1a-29bd37c8779b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d399ffd4-402e-4290-af92-4675a59d9d0f
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 (above 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

79212100 - Financial auditing services

79212200 - Internal audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2020 - 31 Jul 2023 2-3 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
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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