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Award

31 Jul 2026 at 12:24

Summary of the contracting process

Preston College has completed its procurement process for the "CA17381 - CPC/RL/01/24: Audit and Financial Services." The tender aimed to appoint an internal auditor to carry out a range of audits over a three-year period. The contract was awarded on 31st July 2026, with the contract period set from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2029. The total contract value is £102,600. The procurement method used was an open procedure, classifying under statutory audit services with the CPV code 79212300. The project covers delivery to multiple locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and the British Oversea Territories. This process was managed in the award stage by Preston College, located in Preston, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in auditing and financial services. Companies like Wbg Services LLP, which successfully secured the contract, exemplify the potential for enterprises with expertise in statutory audits to expand their services within the education sector. Enterprises that cater to small and medium-sized enterprises have a good fit for such tenders, benefiting from the open procedure allowing broader competition and access to government contracts. Engaging in such contracts not only enhances business visibility but also strengthens market credibility.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CA17381 - CPC/RL/01/24: Audit and Financial Services

Notice Description

Preston College seeks to appoint an internal auditor to perform a range of audits over a three-year period, subject to annual performance reviews. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17381. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17381 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e4c30f2-ce5e-4c14-8191-d0f78f24deef
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79212300 - Statutory audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£102,600 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 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
PRESTON COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR2 9UR
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WBG SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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