Tender

SCH - Provision of Audit, Tax and Compliance Advice

COVENTRY - SOLIHULL - WARWICKSHIRE

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30 Aug 2019 at 16:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Solihull Council is seeking proposals for the "Provision of Audit, Tax and Compliance Advice" as part of an open tender process. This procurement falls under the auditing services industry category and is scheduled for completion by 12:00 noon on Friday 13th September 2019. The successful firm will be appointed as the statutory external auditor for Solihull Community Housing, with the contract beginning on 1st January 2020 and lasting for three years, with a potential two-year extension. The work is to be conducted in Solihull, West Midlands, with key responsibilities including compliance with Auditing standards and the Code of Audit Practice for Local Authorities.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for firms specialising in financial auditing and tax services, particularly those with at least three years of relevant experience. Businesses that have a strong track record in providing comprehensive reporting and advisory services to public sector organisations will be particularly well-suited to compete. With the upcoming contract commencing in January 2020, interested parties should prepare to submit their tenders promptly to secure this important role within the Solihull Community Housing framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SCH - Provision of Audit, Tax and Compliance Advice

Notice Description

Solihull Council established Solihull Community Housing (SCH) as an Arms Length Management Organisation (ALMO) in April 2004 to manage and maintain the Councils' housing stock. With the use of PS63.3M of additional funding to help achieve the Decent Homes Standard, SCH transformed, improved and modernised the interiors of the housing stock as well as achieve a 3 star (excellent) rating by the Audit Commission in 2008. In 2012, the Council took on PS69.566M of HRA debt in exchange for being released from the Housing Subsidy System. The HRA Medium Term Financial Strategy is currently being refreshed and will provide an intelligence led capital investment programme with a view to being in place during 2020/21. SCH is seeking proposals from firms wishing to be considered for appointment as statutory external auditors and advisors to the company. The current auditors, RSM UK Audit LLP have served a term of 10 years and we are required to re-tender this service in line with the Company's rules for contract. Experience Requirements All firms wishing to be considered for the award of this contract must be able to demonstrate at least three years' experience in the provision of finance auditing and tax services and general associated advice, including the preparation and provision of reports and correspondence to senior and executive officers. The audit must be carried out in accordance with published Auditing standards and given the need to consolidate the accounts within those of Solihull MBC, the Code of Audit Practice for Local Authorities. It should comprise such examination of the statements, underlying records and control systems as may be necessary for you to reach an opinion on the financial statements presented for audit. The contract will commence formally with the audit for the year ending 31 March 2020, although it would be expected that field work and discussion on key matters will start on 1 January 2020. The award of the contract will be for a period of 3 years, with an option to extend for a further two years, to be confirmed in writing within 3 months of the end of the third year. However, continuation of the contract will also be dependent on formal re-appointment at the Company's Annual General Meeting. The contract will be awarded following an open tender procedure. The submission deadline for tenders is 12:00 noon on Friday 13th September 2019. Additional information: This contract will be tendered through the CSW e-Tendering portal at www.csw-jets.co.uk . All applicants will need to download, complete and submit documents through this portal by Friday 13th September to be considered for the award of this contract. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02c06645-ba4f-4bc0-88a8-ad1cbb17a62d
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79212000 - Auditing services

79212100 - Financial auditing services

79212300 - Statutory audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2020 - 31 Mar 2023 3-4 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
COVENTRY - SOLIHULL - WARWICKSHIRE
Contact Name
Stacie Williams
Contact Email
staciewilliams@solihullcommunityhousing.org.uk
Contact Phone
0121 779 8921

Buyer Location

Locality
SOLIHULL
Postcode
B37 6BX
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
Kingshurst and Fordbridge
Westminster Constituency
Meriden and Solihull East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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