Tender

GB-Leeds: Connect External Auditors Tender

CONNECT HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD

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Tender

24 Jan 2020 at 13:20

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Connect Housing Association Ltd has initiated a tender process for the appointment of External Auditors for a five-year period covering 2019/20 to 2023/24. Located in Leeds within the Yorkshire and the Humber region, this procurement falls under the Housing services industry category, with a procurement method classified as an open procedure. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 9 February 2020, following which the contract is scheduled to commence on 1 March 2020, running until 30 September 2024. The estimated contract value ranges from £50,000 to £100,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in audit and compliance services to expand their business. Companies with expertise in statutory and regulatory financial audits, particularly those familiar with UK auditing standards, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The successful bidder will have the chance to establish a long-term partnership with the Connect Housing Association, contributing to the effectiveness and efficiency of their systems while potentially securing ongoing business through annual reviews.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Leeds: Connect External Auditors Tender

Notice Description

Appointment of External Auditors for the period 2019/20 - 2023/24 (5 years) Connect Housing is seeking to appoint an Auditor to audit the annual accounts of Connect Housing Association Limited in accordance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements. To enable the Board to fulfil it's obligations a full external audit service is required which must, as a minimum:- - Perform the audit of Connect Housing in accordance with the relevant legal and regulatory requirements and the United Kingdom Auditing Standards. - Issue draft findings and a draft management letter for the Association for the presentation to the Board. - Issue independent auditors' reports by a date to be agreed confirming that the financial statements of Connect Housing are true and fair and properly prepared in accordance with current legislation and regulatory accounting requirements for Housing Associations. - Submission of final audit letter and audit memorandum. - Identify, test and evaluate key systems and controls. - Confirm key controls are in place, appropriate and effective. - If weaknesses are found, propose ways of improving economy, efficiency and effectiveness of the Association's systems, procedures and controls. - Liaise effectively the Association's internal auditors, managers and staff as required to ensure efficient and effective deliver of services. - Offer advice and other services as required to assure compliance and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Association. The contract for services will commence with the current financial year 2019/20 with the appointment of the Association's auditor reviewed annually. However it is envisaged that, subject to satisfactory performance, the Association will not seek to tender the audit within the next four years. Connect wishes to maximise the value obtained from the available external audit service, however does not bind itself to accept the lowest tender. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3030bc4-51ee-4104-bf5b-4206bc9cca76
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

CPV Codes

70333000 - Housing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2020 - 30 Sep 2024 4-5 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
CONNECT HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD
Contact Name
Sean Flynn
Contact Email
sean.flynn@connecthousing.org.uk
Contact Phone
03005000600

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS8 4HS
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Gipton & Harehills
Westminster Constituency
Leeds East

Further Information

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