Award

External Audit Services 2026

MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Apr 2026 at 15:56

Tender

12 Jan 2026 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "External Audit Services 2026," overseen by Middlesex University, is centred around providing financial auditing services. The contract will cover audits for several entities, including Middlesex University itself and various international subsidiaries. Located in London, the buying organisation operates within the public authority sector, specifically under central government. This open procedure commenced with a tender announced in January 2026 and concluded with an award in April 2026. Notably, the contract period is set from 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2031, with potential extensions available. The award notice was published on 7 April 2026, and currently, the contract value stands at £800,000, indicating a significant opportunity for collaboration with the financial services industry.

This tender represents a substantial business opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in financial auditing services. The open procedure allowed for competitive participation, wherein 8 bids were received, with a notable portion from SMEs. The contract's international scope across multiple regions amplifies growth potential for firms with international capabilities. With the procurement method openly accessible, businesses that can efficiently deliver high-quality auditing services over an extended contract period are ideal candidates, especially those who can leverage extensions to foster long-term partnerships with Middlesex University.

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Notice Title

External Audit Services 2026

Notice Description

The scope of services is to provide External Audit services as detailed within the tender document. Audits of the following entities are required; * Middlesex University * MU Ventures Limited * MU Services Limited * Middlesex Services Limited (Hong Kong) * Middlesex Uni (SEA) SDN BHD * Middlesex International (Dubai) FZ-LLC

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06038f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031636-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79212100 - Financial auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW4 4BT
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI71 Barnet
Delivery Location
TLI71 Barnet

Local Authority
Barnet
Electoral Ward
Hendon
Westminster Constituency
Hendon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAYSMAC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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