Tender

Interim Accountancy (Move to one ledger) NW London CCGs

NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES

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Tender

16 Dec 2019 at 12:26

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Shared Business Services is seeking assistance for the "Interim Accountancy (Move to one ledger)" project aimed at supporting North West London Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) with their Year End Accounts across eight organisations. This procurement falls under the accounting services category, with a value of £50,000 and a procurement method classified as a limited competitive quotation below threshold. The tender process is currently in the active stage, and interested bidders should submit their proposals by 12 noon on Monday, 23rd December 2019. The contract is set to commence on 1st July 2020 and will run until 31st December 2020, requiring the successful provider to work on-site primarily at NHS Harrow CCG, with potential visits to other NW London sites.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in accountancy services, particularly those with experience in handling ledgers and financial reporting within NHS frameworks. Companies that possess a strong understanding of International Accounting Standards and have over five years of experience managing financial accounts teams will be well-positioned to compete. Furthermore, businesses that can demonstrate advanced organisational skills and the capability to liaise effectively with key stakeholders in a merger context will find this contract suitable for growth. SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises are encouraged to participate.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interim Accountancy (Move to one ledger) NW London CCGs

Notice Description

Interim accountancy capacity to support NW London CCGs with Year End Accounts across 8xCCGs (NHS Brent, Central London, Hammersmith & Fulham, Hounslow, West, Ealing, Hillingdon, Harrow CCGs). The service will ensure the eight CCGs in North West London are prepared for the merger of the 8 organisations into one from April 2021. The service will: - preparing the CCGs for closing down of the 8 ledgers and setting up of one ledger; - provide capacity and leadership to the Financial Accounting Teams, providing expert technical support and advice to CCG finance staff; - ensure delivery of CCG requirements for financial reporting and financial control in preparation for the merger; - work closely with CCG Heads of Finance and Financial Controllers in designing the one ledger to ensure there is adequate reporting for both internal and external use; - ensure that each balance sheet is wound down in preparation for the merger and any remaining balances are transferred to the one ledger accurately. The provider report to the CFO and will also present regular progress updates to the senior team on a regular basis to provide assurance to the CCGs. The Provider is expected to work a minimum of 60 days over the 6 month period, July through December 2020. The provider will have the following specific experience/understanding: - familiar with and able to share best practice on closing down CCG ledgers and merging Organisation balance sheets and setting up new ledgers including ensuring lessons learned from previous experience have been incorporated - To be able to provide advice as per the NHSE guidance, alerting the team to any relevant amendments. - 5+ years' experience of managing a financial accounts team - Experience of producing progress reports to present to the CFO - Experience of producing a detailed project timetable - Experience of communicating with key stakeholders including CFO, Deputy CFO, Head of Governance, SBS and payroll - Detailed understanding of International Accounting Standards The provider will also have specific capabilities: - chairing team meetings - presenting at Audit Committees and answering detailed questions regarding aspects of the merger and move to one ledger - Advanced Excel and report writing skills including power point - Experience of using the SBS ledger - Expert level Financial accounting knowledge including gross and net accounting - Experience of liaising with external audit, and co-ordinating answers for all audit queries in a clear and comprehensive manner - Exceptional organisational skills The provider will be available including: - July through December 2020 to work on site at NHS Harrow CCG with visits to other NW London sites as necessary - Working flexibly including weekends and late nights as required Additional information: To access all relevant information and documents, and to formally express your interest in delivering the service, please register and then logon to the electronic procurement portal "EU-Supply" which is available at https://nhssbs.eu-supply.com. Once registered and logged on, please search for Tender Reference 38316. Registration onto the EU-Supply Portal is FREE and the attached EU-Supply - Quick User Guide will be helpful. If you need technical support in accessing and using the EU-Supply Portal, please contact the EU-Supply Helpdesk on 0800 840 2050 or via email at support@eu-supply.com. ***Please note the submission deadline is 12 noon, Monday 23rd December 2019***

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01a5b232-d934-4021-b8ad-20a90a0702ee
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79211000 - Accounting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 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
NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HILLINGDON
Postcode
UB8 1QG
Post Town
Southall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Hillingdon
Electoral Ward
Uxbridge
Westminster Constituency
Uxbridge and South Ruislip

Further Information

Notice Documents

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