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External Audit Services

TOLLCROSS HOUSING ASSOCIATION

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Summary of the contracting process

Tollcross Housing Association, located in Glasgow, UK, is currently seeking external audit services through an open procurement process. The contract will cover the annual audit of financial statements over an initial period of five years, starting from the financial year ending 31 March 2022, with a potential two-year extension. The call for tenders is currently active, with submissions due by 26 March 2021. The association is classified as a Registered Social Landlord and operates within the housing and community amenities sector.

This tender presents significant opportunities for certified accountants, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises, to expand their client base. Contractors capable of delivering high-quality auditing and compliance services will find this a valuable opportunity to build a long-term relationship with a reputable housing association. Interested businesses should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience in accordance with the specifications outlined in the contract notice.

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Notice Title

External Audit Services

Notice Description

Tollcross Housing Association is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced external auditor.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Tollcross Housing Association would like to appoint an external auditor to carry out the annual audit of our financial statements and to provide associated services. The contract will be for an initial period of 5 years (with a possible 2 year extension) commencing with the financial year to 31 March 2022. The contract will be subject to annual review by the management committee, and ultimately the association's members at the annual general meeting.

Renewal: Possibility of optional extension of 2 years at the end of initial 5 year contract, subject to an annual review of performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000644879
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY415478
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

79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

79210000 - Accounting and auditing services

79212000 - Auditing services

79212300 - Statutory audit services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£74,743 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
7 years, subject to extensions being granted.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TOLLCROSS HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Contact Name
Tom Hastings
Contact Email
tom.hastings@tollcross-ha.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1417631317

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G32 8PF
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Shettleston
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALEXANDER SLOAN CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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