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External Audit for Essex PFCC and Essex FRA

SUFFOLK CONSTABULARY

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Award

21 Aug 2024 at 11:09

Summary of the contracting process

The Suffolk Constabulary has concluded the procurement process for an external audit service for the Essex Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner (PFCC) and Essex Fire & Rescue Authority (FRA). The procurement, under the industry category of Legal Advisory and Information Services (CPV 79140000), was awarded to Ernst & Young LLP. This contract, falling within the East of England region, involves a contract value of £1,840,000, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2026. The procurement was carried out using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage was completed on 15th August 2024, with notice given on 21st August 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in legal advisory and information services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive external audit services. Ernst & Young LLP, a large-scale firm, successfully secured the contract, demonstrating the high competency level required. Businesses with a strong capability in auditing, particularly those registered as SMEs, would be well-suited to compete in similar contracts, especially when leveraging framework agreements. Expanding into public procurement sector contracts of this magnitude can significantly foster business growth and diversification.

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Notice Title

External Audit for Essex PFCC and Essex FRA

Notice Description

External Audit for Essex PFCC and Essex FRA

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d596eddf-0a37-4f1b-8dcf-fe97a9752166
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a1e319b-42c1-4730-ae2d-ad43da4ce7c6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,840,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,840,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK CONSTABULARY
Contact Name
Clare Leftley
Contact Email
clare.leftley@suffolk.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP5 3QS
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Martlesham & Purdis Farm
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNST & YOUNG

Further Information

Notice Documents

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