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Specialist Audit Services Framework

NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE

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26 May 2022 at 09:50

Summary of the contracting process

The National Audit Office (NAO) is seeking to establish a Specialist Audit Services Framework through an open procurement process. This contract, valued at £6,972,100, encompasses accounting, auditing, and fiscal services and is organised into three lots: Pensions, Property, and Digital Financial Audit. The contract period is set to run from 7th December 2021 to 6th December 2025, with the award for this procurement process made on 25th November 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for firms specialising in accounting and audit services, particularly those that are SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses that possess expertise in financial management and reporting, as well as those capable of delivering high-quality audit solutions, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Participation in this framework can enhance a firm's reputation and secure a long-term partnership with a leading public body, thereby contributing to sustained business growth.

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Notice Title

Specialist Audit Services Framework

Notice Description

The National Audit Office (NAO) is the UK's independent public spending watchdog. We support Parliament in holding government to account and we help to improve public services through our high-quality audits. The NAO's Specialist Audit Service Framework is a fundamental part of being able to carry out our purpose and achieve our objectives. We are looking for firms who we can work in partnership with to ensure the delivery of high-quality audits which support effective accountability and lead to better financial reporting and financial management by public bodies. Our contract is divided into 3 Lots *Lot 1 - Pensions *Lot 2 - Property *Lots 3 - Digital Financial Audit For more information on this framework please access www.delta-esourcing.com

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f25988e5-1eb1-488e-8d74-0ff4ce04f0ea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/686999b8-6dc5-4033-b4c1-635f52698248
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,972,100 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,972,100 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
7 Dec 2021 - 6 Dec 2025 4-5 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
NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
VICTORIA
Postcode
SW1W 9SP
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Pimlico North
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

AZETS

DELOITTE

ERNST & YOUNG

KPMG

PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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