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title: "ESPH TW Housing Subsidy Audit Service (ESPH503 JB)"
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# ESPH TW Housing Subsidy Audit Service (ESPH503 JB)

Buyer: WEALDEN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-59e1dda5-1f1c-4ffd-bf16-ce5de7060959

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## Summary

Wealden District Council is seeking proposals for the "ESPH TW Housing Subsidy Audit Service," aimed at reviewing high-value Subsidy Loss areas and testing the Housing Benefit Subsidy claim for the councils of Rother, Hastings, and Mid Sussex. This tender falls under the services category, primarily within the accounting, auditing, and fiscal services industry. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 19 January 2022. The contract is expected to commence on 1 April 2022 and last until 31 March 2026, indicating a long-term engagement opportunity for successful bidders. The procurement method is an open procedure, which invites a broad range of suppliers to participate.

This contract presents significant opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in auditing and financial services, particularly those with experience in housing benefits and subsidy audits. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as there is potential for competition providing that they demonstrate relevant expertise and capacity. Businesses focusing on public sector consulting and those familiar with the local government landscape will find this tender especially suitable for expansion and growth in their portfolio.

## Notice

Wealden District Council (lead), Rother District Council, Hastings Borough Council & Mid Sussex District Council are seeking the services of a consultant to carry out a review of high value Subsidy Loss areas, followed by subsequent initial testing of its Housing Benefit Subsidy claim. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a338a68f-d3b7-45bf-bff5-b35dbff620ce |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEALDEN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | EAST SUSSEX |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN27 2AX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Wealden |
| Electoral ward | Hailsham Central |
| Westminster constituency | Sussex Weald |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services
- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 8 Dec 2021 at 14:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a338a68f-d3b7-45bf-bff5-b35dbff620ce

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a338a68f-d3b7-45bf-bff5-b35dbff620ce
  8th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.wealden.gov.uk
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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