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01 Aug 2025 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is seeking to procure external audit services through the tender titled "PURCH2767 Provision of External Audit Services". This active procurement process falls under the education category and is conducted using the open procedure method. The tender is currently at the tender stage, allowing for electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland platform. Located in Glasgow, the deadline for submissions is set for 12th September 2025 by noon. The procurement process signifies a commitment to community benefits and aligns with regulations under the CELEX - 32014L0024.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in external audit services to engage with the University of Glasgow, a respected educational institution. Companies with a strong track record in audit services, particularly those that prioritise community benefits and have robust equality and diversity policies, are well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses capable of fostering supply chain development and supporting educational initiatives stand to gain from this procurement opportunity. The contract includes a fixed term with possible extensions, offering a sustained potential for business growth in the service sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PURCH2767 Provision of External Audit Services

Notice Description

PURCH2767 Provision of External Audit Services Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2767 Provision of External Audit Services This procurement process is being conducted using the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN) in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 30 of the PC(S)R 2015. Although this procurement is being conducted under the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN), it is structured differently from a typical CPN process. This approach has been adopted to enhance the efficiency of evaluating supplier responses across both stages (SPD and ITT). The University is seeking to invite tenders to bid for the provision of external audit services. Please refer to the PURCH2767 - Schedule 1A - External Audit - Invitation to Tender Services document for additional information.

Renewal: 3 years fixed term with a 2 x 12 month extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000806095
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536060
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

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
1 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Glasgow
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Postcode Area
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
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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