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LIFE in the Ravines (LIFE19/NAT/UK/000147) Independent financial audit of an EU funded project

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Natural England, operating from London, has initiated an active tender process titled "LIFE in the Ravines (LIFE19/NAT/UK/000147) Independent financial audit of an EU funded project." The procurement involves auditing services under the industry category of accounting and auditing services, specifically assigned to the East Midlands region (UKF) in the United Kingdom. This tender, currently in the 'active' stage, is open for submissions until 12 midday on 26th June 2026, with the contract expected to run from 17th July 2026 to 18th January 2027. The request for quotation must be submitted via email as electronic submissions are not allowed. The process is conducted through an open competition method, classified as below threshold.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in accounting and auditing, particularly those experienced in auditing EU-funded projects. Organisations capable of delivering an independent financial audit to assess the financial aspects of Natural England's woodland restoration project will find this contract aligns well with their services. It could significantly bolster business growth for auditing firms with the capability to produce detailed financial reports and demonstrate compliance with specific EU funding requirements. This opportunity is especially attractive for businesses aiming to enhance their portfolio by engaging with a central government public authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LIFE in the Ravines (LIFE19/NAT/UK/000147) Independent financial audit of an EU funded project

Notice Description

Natural England needs to appoint an auditor to provide an independent report of the factual findings on the costs claimed under the Grant Agreement for LIFE in the Ravines, a 5 year woodland restoration project funded by EU LIFE. We anticipate the audit to be carried out over Nov/Dec 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a781
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050300-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
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

79210000 - Accounting and auditing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
£12,500 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Jul 2026 - 18 Jan 2027 6-12 months
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
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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