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External Audit and Tax

THIRTEEN HOUSING GROUP

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

26 Nov 2021 at 15:28

Tender

21 Sep 2021 at 15:18

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "External Audit and Tax," is led by Thirteen Housing Group, located in Middlesbrough, UK. This tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on financial auditing services, and was initiated through an open procedure. The tender is currently active and encompasses two lots, one for external audit services and the second for taxation advisory services. Key dates include the tender submission deadline, which is set for 22 October 2021, and an award period commencing shortly after on the same day.

This tender represents significant opportunities for firms specialising in financial auditing and tax consultancy, particularly those aligned with public sector regulations. Businesses that possess expertise in delivering high-quality auditing services or taxation advice, especially those familiar with statutory requirements, would be well-positioned to compete. The involvement of large firms such as Deloitte LLP indicates a competitive landscape, emphasising the need for quality alongside cost-effectiveness in bids.

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Notice Title

External Audit and Tax

Notice Description

The Thirteen Group has a statutory obligation to appoint a suitably qualified, independent auditor for its financial accounts. This audit is to be conducted in line with appropriate accounting standards and law. This tender is for the appointment of an external auditor for delivery of the statutory audit, meeting all regulatory and legal requirements for Thirteen Housing Group (THG) and relevant subsidiaries. There is also a separate lot for the appointment of an advisor for direct taxes and indirect taxes for THG and its subsidiaries.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - External Audit

The Thirteen Group has a statutory obligation to appoint a suitably qualified, independent auditor for its financial accounts. This audit is to be conducted in line with appropriate accounting standards and law.Appointment of an external auditor for delivery of the statutory audit, meeting all regulatory and legal requirements for Thirteen Housing Group (THG) and relevant subsidiaries.

Renewal: Initial period of 3 years, plus X2 12 month extension periods.

Lot 2 - Taxation

The Thirteen Group has a statutory obligation to appoint a suitably qualified, independent auditor for its financial accounts. This audit is to be conducted in line with appropriate accounting standards and law.Appointment of an advisor for direct taxes and indirect taxes for THG and its subsidiaries.

Renewal: Initial period of 3 years, with X2 12month extension periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e337
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029472-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79212100 - Financial auditing services

79221000 - Tax consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,178,562 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,178,562 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£252,535 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THIRTEEN HOUSING GROUP
Contact Name
Sara Vasey
Contact Email
procurement@thirteengroup.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS2 1QG
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DELOITTE

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