--- title: "External Auditing Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9291ec4c-736e-4026-9126-3221dd2ed95a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9291ec4c-736e-4026-9126-3221dd2ed95a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9291ec4c-736e-4026-9126-3221dd2ed95a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9291ec4c-736e-4026-9126-3221dd2ed95a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST" published: "2024-11-13" --- # External Auditing Services Buyer: GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9291ec4c-736e-4026-9126-3221dd2ed95a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9291ec4c-736e-4026-9126-3221dd2ed95a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9291ec4c-736e-4026-9126-3221dd2ed95a.json) ## Summary Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is inviting bids for the provision of External Auditing Services, under a selective procurement method. This tender falls within the services category, specifically auditing services (CPV code: 79212000). The procurement process is at the tender stage, with key deadlines including the submission end date of 6th January 2025. The contract is set to begin on 1st April 2025 and will run until the 31st March 2028. The values estimated for this contract are £900,000 GBP and it will be conducted as a mini competition utilising the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Audit and Assurance Services (A&AS) framework Ref RM6188 Lot 2. This opportunity is primarily targeted at suppliers already awarded to this Lot of the framework. The service delivery locations encompass a wide range including the UK, Europe, and various British Overseas Territories. This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses that provide auditing services. It is especially suitable for SMEs who are capable of delivering high-quality external audit services within the specified contract period. Being a part of the Crown Commercial Services framework also indicates a substantial and stable engagement, making it ideal for businesses looking to solidify their presence in the public sector. This contract can help firms expand their portfolios and demonstrate their capability in handling significant public sector contracts, aiding in business credibility and future opportunities within the healthcare sector. Interested businesses must ensure they are registered on the Atamis e-Portal to access the procurement documents and submit their bids accordingly. ## Notice Provision of External Audit Services Additional information: GHC (Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust) "the Authority" invites Bidders to compete for the Provision of External Audit Services This procurement is being undertaken as a mini competition utilising the Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Audit and Assurance Services (A&AS) framework Ref RM6188 Lot 2 - External Audit and is only open to suppliers awarded to this Lot of the framework. The Tender information can be found on the Trusts e-Portal (Atamis Health Family) at https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome Reference - C317476 you must be registered on the Atamis to view the Documents and all bids and communications must be submitted via this e-Portal. If you require any technical assistance using Atamis, please refer to the Supplier Portal user guide ( https://services.atamis.co.uk/docs/Supplier_User_Guide.pdf ) and/or the helpdesk on 0800 995 6035. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4216c4f9-90f8-4eff-a01b-0088f9cc9a30 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 6 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £900,000 | | 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 | GLOUCESTERSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST | | Locality | BROCKWORTH, GLOUCESTER | | Post town | Gloucester | | Postcode | GL3 4AW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC | | Local authority | Tewkesbury | | Electoral ward | Churchdown Brookfield with Hucclecote | | Westminster constituency | North Cotswolds | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79212000 - Auditing services ## Release History - 13 Nov 2024 at 14:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4216c4f9-90f8-4eff-a01b-0088f9cc9a30 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4216c4f9-90f8-4eff-a01b-0088f9cc9a30 13th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome - https://services.atamis.co.uk/docs/Supplier_User_Guide.pdf ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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