Tender

External Audit Services 2026

MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY

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Tender

12 Jan 2026 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Middlesex University involves an open tender for the provision of External Audit Services. The focus is on performing audits for various subsidiary entities including Middlesex University, MU Ventures Limited, and others in regions like Hong Kong and Dubai. This tender, listed under industry category 'Financial auditing services' (CPV code 79212100), is taking place in London, United Kingdom, within the UKI71 region. The process is in the tender stage with the submission deadline set for 13th February 2026. The open procedure method facilitates competitive bidding and electronic submissions are allowed, with final contract award considerations slated to conclude by 7th April 2026.

This procurement opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specializing in financial auditing, especially those capable of offering comprehensive, cross-border auditing services. Given the duration of the contract from June 2026 to May 2031, with potential extensions, it is ideal for well-established auditing firms looking to expand their portfolio with a stable client. This tender is particularly favourable for companies accustomed to operating within the public sector, owing to the prominence of the buyer which is a central government public authority. The commitment to transparency and competitive pricing could pave the way for long-term collaboration opportunities.

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Notice Information

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06038f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002217-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

79212100 - Financial auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
upohelp@mdx.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

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