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THA for the Provision of Service Charge Audits - AWARD

IN-TEND E-TENDERING

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Summary of the contracting process

Together Housing Association has completed the procurement process for "THA for the Provision of Service Charge Audits". This contract, under the industry category of financial auditing services, involves undertaking annual reviews of service charge accounts. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, and the award stage was completed on 19th May 2025. The services will be provided across the United Kingdom, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and more, starting from 1st April 2025 for an initial period of three years with possible extensions. This tender is managed by In-Tend e-Tendering based in West Yorkshire, with key contact Laura Gordon.

The contract, awarded to BDO LLP, presents significant opportunities for business growth, primarily benefiting businesses that provide financial auditing services. Companies familiar with the regulatory environment of housing associations would be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. The procurement, with a value of £87,540, was particularly suited for SMEs and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), allowing them to broaden their scope and expertise in the audit sector. Engaging in such contracts could facilitate long-term partnerships and the potential for further extension past the initial term.

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Notice Title

THA for the Provision of Service Charge Audits - AWARD

Notice Description

It is Together Housings intention to enter into an Agreement with an organisation for an initial period of 3 years (plus 2 x 12 months optional extension periods), to undertake an annual review of service charge accounts with the purpose of issuing a factual report on service charges for each set of accounts. Together housing Association have a requirement for the service due to the requirements held within specific leases in relation to service charges. Together Housing Association is seeking a provider that is familiar with the operating environment and regulatory issues faced by housing associations. The winning bidder is to be available to commence with duties as to the agreement entered from 1st April 2025. The programme of work / necessity schedule will be agreed with the lead Contact at Together Housing upon contract award.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e3a2f624-a75f-4672-8669-ee28b55e1e46
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72b70f50-d680-4ba4-a0b6-f4d57da151d0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

79212100 - Financial auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£87,540 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 Over 5 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
IN-TEND E-TENDERING
Contact Name
Laura Gordon
Contact Email
laura.gordon@togetherhousing.co.uk
Contact Phone
07720968401

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST YORKSHIRE
Postcode
HX1 2EB
Post Town
Halifax
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Calderdale
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Halifax

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BDO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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