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title: "Provision of External Audit via CCS framework RM6188 Audit & Assurance Services Framework Lot 2 External audit,"
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# Provision of External Audit via CCS framework RM6188 Audit & Assurance Services Framework Lot 2 External audit,

Buyer: COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-14e3fcf7-ecd7-47d5-b869-1760d4fd0f35

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## Summary

The procurement process for the provision of external audit services, led by County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, has been awarded to Deloitte LLP. This contracting process, classified under the industry category of 'Accounting and auditing services', was completed under the selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from the CCS framework RM6188 Audit & Assurance Services Framework Lot 2. Located in the North East region of the United Kingdom, the contract covers a 24-month period starting from 8th April 2025, with potential extensions. The tender was completed on 20th February 2025, with a contract value of £319,020 excluding VAT.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in accounting and auditing services to expand their operations by leveraging their expertise within the public sector. Businesses that are well-suited to compete in such tenders typically include those classified as SMEs, which are expressly considered in the suitability criteria of the tender. Participation in such frameworks not only enhances reputational standing but also provides pathways for long-term engagements through potential contract extensions. Such public procurement opportunities are particularly lucrative for firms that can meet stringent auditing standards whilst adhering to the Code of Audit Practice.

## Notice

County Durham and Darlington NHSFT has a requirement for the provision of an external auditing service, in accordance with the Code of Audit Practice issued by the National Audit Office and applicable auditing standards. PS319,020.00 (excluding VAT), PS382,824.00 (including VAT) in the first year, annum capped. Term of the Contract: 24 months (with the option to extend for a further 3 x 12 months)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cfa4206-608b-4844-8ba6-551368abb939 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Apr 2025 - 7 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £319,020 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £319,020 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL3 6HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Pierremont |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DELOITTE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services

## Release History

- 1 Aug 2025 at 12:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cfa4206-608b-4844-8ba6-551368abb939

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cfa4206-608b-4844-8ba6-551368abb939
  1st August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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