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Examination of FMEL Financial Records

Scottish Government

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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22 Oct 2025 at 13:57

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12 Feb 2025 at 10:11

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30 Aug 2024 at 09:53

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Tender

09 Aug 2024 at 14:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by the Scottish Government focuses on the examination of financial records for the former Ferguson Marine Engineering Limited (FMEL). The tender, titled "Examination of FMEL Financial Records," falls under the financial auditing services category and is classified with the CPV code 79212100. The procurement process is at the award update stage, and the contract has been amended to accommodate additional work requirements due to unforeseen data complexities. The contract, valued at GBP 140,000, is active as of 9th January 2025, and the services are to be provided over 630 days. The procurement method used is an open procedure, ensuring transparency and broad accessibility for interested parties. The contract location is specified as the UK region with involvement from significant players like the Scottish Government as buyer and Grant Thornton UK LLP as the awarded supplier.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in financial auditing services, particularly those equipped to manage intricate forensic analyses of financial data. Organisations with robust technical expertise, and adherence to strict economic suitability criteria, including insurance and financial standing, will be well-positioned to compete in such tenders. Financial firms with capabilities in developing bespoke analytical tools and holding Chartered Accountants' qualifications are encouraged to engage, especially those prepared to handle and interpret complex data environments. This project not only boosts business growth but also contributes to maintaining accountability and transparency in public affairs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Examination of FMEL Financial Records

Notice Description

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Examination of FMEL Financial Records.

Lot Information

Lot 1

As a result of the Public Audit Committee's (PAC) response to Audit Scotland's report on New Vessels for the Clyde and Hebrides Arrangements to Deliver Vessels 801 and 802, the PAC have requested a forensic analysis of accounting records of the former legal entity, Ferguson Marine Engineering Limited (FMEL)

Renewal: There are 2 x 6 month extension options available though the contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04897e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067495-2025
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

79212000 - Auditing services

79212100 - Financial auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£235,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Grant Thornton UK LLP

Further Information

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