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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by Zero Waste Scotland Ltd, seeking an external contractor for audit and finance services titled "External Audit and Finance Services." This project falls under the environmental protection sector and is based in Stirling, UK. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 14 October 2019. The method of procurement is open, which allows any qualified bidder to participate, and it is classified under the services category. The total contract value is approximately £166,667.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in audit and financial services, particularly those with relevant experience in public sector contracts. Companies that can demonstrate a strong understanding of Scottish Government accounting standards and possess the requisite professional qualifications will have a competitive edge. The contractor is expected to perform annual audits and provide ongoing financial advice, making this suitable for established firms in financial management and consultancy services looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

External Audit and Finance Services

Notice Description

Zero Waste Scotland wishes to appoint a Contractor for the provision of external audit services for annual statutory financial statements, Statement of Compliance and advice on technical accounting and other financial matters as necessary.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The requirements of this Contract are as follows: a) planning, management and execution of an annual external audit of Zero Waste Scotland's financial statements and Statement of Compliance required by the Scottish Government b) liaison and co-ordination with Zero Waste Scotland's internal Finance Team to ensure a full exchange of information c) reporting of progress on external audit to Management and the Audit & Risk Committee, including attendance at Audit & Risk Committee meetings and Board Meetings as appropriate d)provision of advice on applicable accounting standards to be followed e) provision of advice and support on technical updates and other financial matters as requested and appropriate The Contractor may be requested to support the following: a) First Level Control covering the administrative, financial, technical and physical aspects of Zero Waste Scotland's involvement in the ProCirc transnational project, as appropriate b) internal audit services to consider the adequacy of controls, financial and otherwise, necessary to secure propriety, economy, efficiency and effectiveness across all activities in the organisation c) preparation of corporation tax calculation and return, and submission to HMRC return d) provision of advice in relation to VAT and corporation tax. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: This agreement may be extended by up to a further two (2) 12-month periods, subject to satisfactory performance, continued funding and prior agreement between Zero Waste Scotland and the Contractor.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000597733
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC375754
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award 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

79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

79210000 - Accounting and auditing services

79212000 - Auditing services

79212100 - Financial auditing services

79212200 - Internal audit services

79212300 - Statutory audit services

79212500 - Accounting review services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
£166,667 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£167,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20196 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Future procurement of this service will take place during the final Contract Year (including where an optional extension period) and in such time as to allow smooth transition between service providers as necessary.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Zero Waste Scotland Ltd
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK8 1QZ
Postcode Area
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling North
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Johnston Carmichael

Further Information

Notice Documents

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