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title: "External Audit 2021 - PP1021"
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# External Audit 2021 - PP1021

Buyer: ORBIT GROUP LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4b1b5229-3e73-48f8-a03c-027fb5de1320

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Orbit Group Limited is for the "External Audit 2021 - PP1021" contract, which falls within the auditing services sector. The tender is currently in the award stage, with the contract set to commence on 1st November 2021 and will run for an initial period of three years, with a potential extension of up to three additional years based on performance. The tender period ended on 1st October 2021, and the total contract value is estimated at £600,000. The procurement method employed is the open procedure, enabling broader participation from interested suppliers. The buyer's address is located in Coventry, England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in auditing services, particularly those that are small and medium enterprises (SMEs), given their suitability for participation. Companies that are able to provide comprehensive auditing services tailored to the needs of large groups and their subsidiaries would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. With a minimum contract value of £300,000, the potential for sustained engagement over six years makes this a lucrative opportunity for qualified suppliers in this field.

## Notice

Orbit is looking to procure a supplier for our External Audit requirements that will deliver a service that is demonstrably focused around the needs of Orbit. The audit shall cover Orbit Group Limited and all current subsidiaries, which includes Orbit Homes (2020) Limited (development company), Orbit Treasury Limited, Orbit Housing Association Limited, Orbit Capital Plc (funding vehicle for bonds), and two non-trading entities Orbit New Homes Limited and Orbit Gateway Limited. The contract for the provision of the service is expected to commence on 1st November 2021. The Contract will be awarded for an initial period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further 3 years (on a 1 + 1 +1 basis) based on acceptable performance and current requirements. Tenderers are requested to study the documents in detail to ensure that the specific requirements can be met. To view the documents and submit a response got to https://procontract.due-north.com.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ecadf16-bb30-4843-ba17-aed473a02644 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 29 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £540,000 |
| 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 | ORBIT GROUP LIMITED |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV3 2SU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | Wyken |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 13 Dec 2021 at 14:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ecadf16-bb30-4843-ba17-aed473a02644
- 1 Sep 2021 at 07:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/207747b9-4270-4c13-8476-a01c95c65506

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ecadf16-bb30-4843-ba17-aed473a02644
  13th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/207747b9-4270-4c13-8476-a01c95c65506
  1st September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=ee3fbf20-5307-ec11-810d-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.orbit.org.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com

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