Tender

541 - External Audit

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

16 Sep 2021 at 13:52

TenderUpdate

16 Sep 2021 at 13:52

Summary of the contracting process

Aston University is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of External Audit Services. This contract is classified under statutory audit services and falls within the services industry category. The initial contract will last for three years, with the possibility of extending it for an additional two years based on performance. Those interested in submitting bids must do so by 27 September 2021. The services will be delivered at the university's location in Birmingham, with the procurement being handled through an open procedure.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in audit and financial consulting services. Firms with expertise in statutory audits, particularly with experience in the higher education sector, would be particularly well-placed to compete. Companies offering competitive pricing while ensuring high-quality service delivery, along with effective contract management, will stand to benefit from this procurement. Overall, this is a prime opportunity for businesses seeking to expand their footprint in the public service sector.

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Notice Title

541 - External Audit

Notice Description

Aston University is looking to appoint an External Audit Services provider. The initial contract will run for 3 years with the option to extend for 2 years on 2x 12 month basis, subject to performance.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Aston University is going out to tender for External Audit Services. * To appoint a supplier who can deliver a reliable and accurate audit service in a timely manner; * To appoint a provider who will work closely with key members of the University to deliver Aston's objectives; * Achieve value for money with competitive rates and exceptional service; and * The supplier must offer excellent contract management. * To appoint external auditors who will ensure a high quality risk-based audit to meet all regulatory and legal requirements; * Sector knowledge and experience of audits of other HEI's; * To receive additional added value including insights related to the sector; and * Excellent contract management including forward planning and communication

Renewal: The initial contract period is 3 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years based on a 2 x 12 month periods based on performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02da58
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021224-2021
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
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

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
16 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Mrs Shirley O'Reilly
Contact Email
s.a.oreilly@aston.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1212044395

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

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