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External Audit Services 2021/22 - 2023/24

BLACKWOOD HOMES AND CARE

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Summary of the contracting process

Blackwood Homes and Care is seeking to renew its External Audit Services for the period of 2021/22 to 2023/24, with the contract having commenced on 15 September 2021. This public procurement process is categorised under the services industry and holds particular relevance for entities experienced in care and housing sectors. Based in Edinburgh, the procurement method adopted is an open procedure, which invites competitive bids. Interested suppliers were required to submit their tenders by 30 June 2021, marking the end of the tender period.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialised in auditing services, particularly those with a strong background in the care and housing sectors. Companies capable of demonstrating expertise in navigating the challenges faced by organisations like Blackwood Homes and Care will find themselves well-positioned to compete. The contract duration extends over three years with potential for renewal, which further enhances the prospects for sustained engagement with the contracting authority. Businesses should not overlook the possibility of future tenders, as additional services may be required as Blackwood continues to diversify its offerings.

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Notice Title

External Audit Services 2021/22 - 2023/24

Notice Description

Blackwood Homes and Care are looking to renew our External Audit services with an organisation that has experience of both care and housing for an initial contract period of 3 years from September 2021.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Blackwood Homes and Care are looking to renew our External Audit services with an organisation that has experience of both care and housing, and understands the potential challenges facing our organisation as we grow and diversify our business in a sustainable way.

Renewal: An additional 12 month extension will be available subject to satisfactory performance

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000655911
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP427807
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

79212000 - 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
17 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
June 2024

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKWOOD HOMES AND CARE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@blackwoodgroup.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1313177227

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH11 1DQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Fountainbridge/Craiglockhart
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RSM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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