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title: "CA8388 - Laidlaw Schools Trust - Mini Competition Invitation for The Provision of External Audit Services Via Lot 17 and Lot 26 of the CPC Audit Services Framework Agreement - CPC/RL/01/2020: Audit Services"
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# CA8388 - Laidlaw Schools Trust - Mini Competition Invitation for The Provision of External Audit Services Via Lot 17 and Lot 26 of the CPC Audit Services Framework Agreement - CPC/RL/01/2020: Audit Services

Buyer: LAIDLAW SCHOOLS TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-478e985e-a95a-497f-a6bb-0cec5c64af59

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## Summary

The Laidlaw Schools Trust has recently completed a tender for the “Provision of External Audit Services,” specifically inviting registered auditors to apply via Lot 17 (External Audit - North East) and Lot 26 (External Audit - National) under the CPC Audit Services Framework Agreement. The procurement method used for this opportunity was an open procedure, and the contract has a three-year term, beginning from 2nd June 2021, with an option to extend for an additional twelve months. The award for this contract was announced on 3rd June 2021, with a total value of £86,782.50.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in audit services, particularly those experienced in working with academy trusts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, which can help them expand their portfolio and gain a foothold in the educational sector. Successful bidders will be positioned to provide essential auditing expertise over the contract period, thereby enhancing their reputation and potential for future contracts.

## Notice

\ Mini Competition Invitation for The Provision of External Audit Services Via Lot 17 and Lot 26 of the CPC Audit Services Framework Agreement - CPC/RL/01/2020: Audit Services.\ \ Laidlaw Schools Trust is inviting registered auditors with significant experience of working with academy Trusts are invited to tender for the provision of external audit services. This will be a 3-year appointment with the option to extend by a further 12 months. \ \ Includes Lots: \ Lot 17: Lot 17 - External Audit - North East (UKC)\ Lot 26: Lot 26 - External Audit - National\ \ To access this competition: \ \ Registered:\ Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA8388.\ \ Not registered:\ Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA8388 as the reason for registration. \ \ Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03fbaa4b-283d-4b79-b799-4411338c8987 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2021 - 1 Jun 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £86,782 |
| 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 | LAIDLAW SCHOOLS TRUST |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 1RF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212200 - Internal audit services

## Release History

- 3 Jun 2021 at 15:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03fbaa4b-283d-4b79-b799-4411338c8987

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03fbaa4b-283d-4b79-b799-4411338c8987
  3rd June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

## Provenance

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