Tender

Internal and External Audit Services

LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY

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Tender

05 Jan 2022 at 12:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Leeds Beckett University seeking to appoint internal and external auditors for a duration of three years, with extensions available based on performance. The tender is classified under auditing services and falls within the services category. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 8th February 2022. The total contract value is £250,000, and services are to be delivered in Leeds, United Kingdom. This open procedure allows for electronic and written submissions to ensure broad participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in auditing services, particularly those looking to establish or expand their footprint in the education sector. Businesses equipped to provide comprehensive internal and external auditing that complies with regulatory requirements would be particularly well-suited to compete. The potential for contract renewal also means that successful bidders could secure ongoing work, aiding in stable business growth. Interested parties are encouraged to respond promptly to seize this opportunity.

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Notice Title

Internal and External Audit Services

Notice Description

Leeds Beckett University are looking to appoint internal auditors for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for 1 further year, subject to performance and pricing. Leeds Beckett University are looking to appoint external auditors for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for 2 further years, subject to performance and pricing

Lot Information

Internal Audit

Internal audit is an essential element of sound corporate governance, providing the Governing Body, Accountable Officer, Audit Committee and stakeholders with independent assurance that Leeds Beckett University's ('LBU') systems of internal control and risk management are robust and fit for purpose. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/U69SJ7W2TT

Renewal: Initial 3 years with a 1 year possible extension

External Audit

Under the Office for Students Accounts Direction, the University is required to have its financial statements audited by an independent external auditor. The external auditor must be listed on the Register of Statutory Auditors.

Renewal: an initial 3 years with a 2 year possible extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03074b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000182-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

79212000 - Auditing services

79212200 - Internal audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Feb 2022Expired
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
LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Russell Brewood
Contact Email
r.brewood@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1138125814

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 3HE
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE42 Leeds

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

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