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title: "BT1742 - Model Audit - Direct Award - ESPO Framework RM66421 - Lot 2a Audit Consultancy"
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# BT1742 - Model Audit - Direct Award - ESPO Framework RM66421 - Lot 2a Audit Consultancy

Buyer: LUTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-32fd0dd2-34cd-4e85-be73-ada6d771319c

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## Summary

Luton Council has completed the procurement process for the project titled "BT1742 - Model Audit - Direct Award - ESPO Framework RM66421 - Lot 2a Audit Consultancy" under the industry category of Business services, encompassing law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. The direct award method was used to select Touchstone Renard Limited as the supplier. The procurement process has moved through to the Award stage, with the contract period scheduled from 8th October 2024 to 29th October 2024. Services are to be delivered in various locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other specified regions. The total contract value amounts to £25,328 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in audit consultancy services. With a focus on business services and direct awarding, SMEs can leverage this contract to enhance their experience and build a robust portfolio. Companies equipped with expertise in auditing within the specified regions will find themselves well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. This direct engagement by Luton Council demonstrates an accessible route for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in governmental consultancy projects.

## Notice

Model Audit - Direct Award - ESPO Framework RM66421 - Lot 2a Audit Consultancy

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb361208-e00d-40ff-b160-0260027ba4de |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2024 - 29 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,328 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,328 |
| 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 | LUTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TOUCHSTONE RENARD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 7 Oct 2024 at 14:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb361208-e00d-40ff-b160-0260027ba4de

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb361208-e00d-40ff-b160-0260027ba4de
  7th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.luton.gov.uk

## Provenance

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