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# Internal and External Audit Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6b41db51-0fb9-4a05-aa36-c584d242064d

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## Summary

The University of Derby is inviting tenders for the provision of Internal and External Audit Services, structured into two distinct lots. This selective procurement process is currently in the award stage and pertains to the accounting and auditing services industry. The contract, which has a total estimated value of £2,000,000, is set to commence on 1 August 2021 and will run for three years, with the potential for a one-year extension based on satisfactory performance. Key dates to note include the tender deadline on 26 April 2021. The service is required in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for audit service providers, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to engage with a reputable educational institution. Suitable candidates should possess relevant experience and qualifications in audit services, with capabilities to deliver both internal and external audit functions, including ad hoc requirements. Providers who are adept at navigating a restrictive procurement process and demonstrating a track record of quality service are well-positioned to benefit from this contract, which could significantly enhance their portfolio and reputation in the public sector.

## Notice

This document invites suitably qualified and experienced providers to tender to the University of Derby (The University) for the provision of Audit services, under 2 Lots. Lot 1 - Internal Audit and Lot 2 - External Audit. Both these lots will include ad hoc audit services. This will be a 3 year agreement with a 1 year extension based on satisfactory performance. This notice is for Stage 1 only. Guidance on how to apply and upload your first Stage bid is below: https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/finance/procurement-suppliers-and-tendering/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0630506-7c2c-4ead-a696-45e4d310f565 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £884,652 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF DERBY |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE22 1GB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Allestree |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Derbyshire |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BDO; RSM RISK ASSURANCE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2022 at 13:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0630506-7c2c-4ead-a696-45e4d310f565
- 12 Apr 2021 at 10:46 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dea4ab5-d3c3-4085-9072-2f3bf34d51f2
- 17 Mar 2021 at 09:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dea4ab5-d3c3-4085-9072-2f3bf34d51f2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0630506-7c2c-4ead-a696-45e4d310f565
  5th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dea4ab5-d3c3-4085-9072-2f3bf34d51f2
  12th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/finance/procurement-suppliers-and-tendering/
  How to apply for the tender and upload your response into Oracle

## Notice URLs

- http://www.derby.ac.uk

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