Award

External Assurance Partner - Agresso Finance System Transformation "CLEAR" Project - Third Line Assurance

UNIVERSITY OF BATH

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Dec 2025 at 12:05

Tender

27 Oct 2025 at 14:06

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bath has awarded a contract to the Enfuse Group for the role of External Assurance Partner in the Agresso Finance System Transformation "CLEAR" Project, focused on third-line assurance. This award is positioned under the services category, specifically auditing services (CPV code 79212000), and pertains to the UKK12 region. The procurement process utilised an open method below the threshold with a light-touch regime, having completed the award stage as of 15th December 2025. The project is set to commence on 6th January 2026 and conclude on 5th January 2027, following the earlier tender phase that ended on 17th November 2025.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in finance system assurance, particularly those with experience in transforming legacy software to cloud-based solutions. Large organisations with established auditing capabilities stand to benefit from this contract due to its specific third-line assurance requirements and the potential for delivering a comprehensive assessment report. The project demands attention to risks, issues, and progress monitoring, providing ample opportunity for in-depth engagement and business growth within the public sector framework.

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Notice Title

External Assurance Partner - Agresso Finance System Transformation "CLEAR" Project - Third Line Assurance

Notice Description

The University is implementing a major transformation of its finance system, replacing its existing legacy platform with Unit4 Agresso (Unit4 ERP) move to the cloud. We are expecting an Assurance Report on completion of the assignment that details an assessment of our current position, highlighting risks, issues, progress made, and any recommendations to be taken forward. The work is expected to be undertaken in January 2026. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1001266598

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d43c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082847-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£43,584 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2026 - 5 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BATH
Contact Name
Liam Kilawee
Contact Email
l.kilawee@bath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441225386939

Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 7AY
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK12 Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bathwick
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENFUSE GROUP

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