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External Audit Services (2020-2023)

AYRSHIRE HOUSING

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Summary of the contracting process

Ayrshire Housing is seeking to procure external audit services for the period of 2020 to 2023. The tender, titled "External Audit Services (2020-2023)", is currently at the award stage, with the contract having been signed on 27th November 2019 for a value of £26,250. Located in Ayr, South Ayrshire, this opportunity falls within the housing and community amenities sector, and the procurement method utilized is an open procedure. The bidding period closed on 15th November 2019, with the award period commencing shortly thereafter on 18th November 2019.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for SMEs and accounting firms that specialise in audit services to expand their market presence by providing vital financial scrutiny services to a public sector organisation. Companies with experience in compliance with Scottish regulatory standards, particularly those familiar with the requirements set by the Scottish Housing Regulator and the Office of the Scottish Charities Regulator, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, those with capabilities in generating financial statements and a proven track record of effective communication with clients would find this opportunity particularly appealing.

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Notice Title

External Audit Services (2020-2023)

Notice Description

The principal requirement is for the provision of external audit service from 2020/21 to 2023. The external auditor will be expected to be fully conversant with, and adhere to, the standards and guidelines issued by the Scottish Housing Regulator, the Office of the Scottish Charities Regulator and Companies House. The successful supplier will independently audit the statutory financial statements of Ayrshire Housing for compliance with applicable law, auditing and accounting standards and the needs of lenders in respect of loan covenants or other statutory returns. External audit is a requirement of the Regulatory Standards of Governance and Financial Management published by the SHR and Company Law

Lot Information

Lot 1

The external audit and tax services will include, but not limited to: a) The planning, management and efficient execution of the annual external audit of the Organisation's financial statements. b) Preparation of an annual audit plan for Ayrshire Housing to be made available to the management by March before the commencement of the final audit in June. c) Formal reporting to the Board of Management. This will typically consist of attending and presenting at the August Audit Committee meeting and presenting the findings, final accounts, letter of representation and a comprehensive management letter. d) Meeting with management pre and post audit to discuss audit plan and audit report respectively in advance of Board meetings. e) Generation of the final financial statements on behalf of Ayrshire Housing and its non-trading subsidiary Ayrshire Homestake Limited. f) Audit field work on site for up to 7 days and up to 3 days for the final audit. Regular progress updates to management to be provided during the field work, concluding with a clearance meeting encompassing all audit issues. g) Attendance at Ayrshire Housing's Annual General Meeting with a report presentation. It is a requirement that the external auditor will also act as scrutineer in early September for the ballot count in relation the annual election of Community Board members. Ayrshire Housing AGM - 1st or 2nd Wednesday in September h) Provision of regular, timely and accurate advice and guidance on technical accounting and finance issues. Owing to the time critical nature of the process of preparations of annual financial statements it is expected that the principal external auditor contacts will be readily available by telephone/email and will provide a full response to requests within 2 working days. i) Timely production and provision of model financial statements for Ayrshire Housing and its non-trading subsidiary Ayrshire Homestake Limited, relevant technical accounting updates, including relevant Financial Reporting Standards, Statement of Recommended Practice and Accounting Orders. j) Excellent and timely communication between auditor and client on all matters, including feedback on information supplied and immediate feedback on any predicted costs over-runs. k) The provision of added value and innovation to the audit process. l) The supplier is expected to use their skills, knowledge and expertise to identify any gaps in this scope and address them in their submission. m) Co-operation within the Organisation's internal auditors where you wish to rely on their assurances work when planning the statutory audit. n) As required, dealing with any Corporation Tax Returns in relation to Ayrshire Homestake Limited (non-trading).

Renewal: The contract period will be for 36 months (3 years) with annual review by the associations Audit Committee and the options to extend for 2x additional 12 months (single years) based on performance within the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000599227
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV373610
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
SME

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
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£26,250 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20196 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AYRSHIRE HOUSING
Contact Name
Jim Whiston
Contact Email
j.whiston@ayrshirehousing.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1292880120

Buyer Location

Locality
AYR
Postcode
KA8 8BX
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM94 South Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM94 South Ayrshire

Local Authority
South Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Ayr North
Westminster Constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALEXANDER SLOAN CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP367411&idx=1
    27th September 2019 - Ayrshire Housing External Audit ITT Sept 2019
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP367411&idx=2
    27th September 2019 - Ayrshire Housing Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2019
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP367411
    External Audit Services (2020-2023) - The principal requirement is for the provision of external audit service from 2020/21 to 2023. The external auditor will be expected to be fully conversant with, and adhere to, the standards and guidelines issued by the Scottish Housing Regulator, the Office of the Scottish Charities Regulator and Companies House. The successful supplier will independently audit the statutory financial statements of Ayrshire Housing for compliance with applicable law, auditing and accounting standards and the needs of lenders in respect of loan covenants or other statutory returns. External audit is a requirement of the Regulatory Standards of Governance and Financial Management published by the SHR and Company Law
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV373610
    External Audit Services (2020-2023) - The principal requirement is for the provision of external audit service from 2020/21 to 2023. The external auditor will be expected to be fully conversant with, and adhere to, the standards and guidelines issued by the Scottish Housing Regulator, the Office of the Scottish Charities Regulator and Companies House. The successful supplier will independently audit the statutory financial statements of Ayrshire Housing for compliance with applicable law, auditing and accounting standards and the needs of lenders in respect of loan covenants or other statutory returns. External audit is a requirement of the Regulatory Standards of Governance and Financial Management published by the SHR and Company Law

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