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title: "Provision of Interim Accountancy Capacity (Brent, Harrow and Hillingdon CCGs Year End Accounts)"
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# Provision of Interim Accountancy Capacity (Brent, Harrow and Hillingdon CCGs Year End Accounts)

Buyer: NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9bc4d8f6-aab6-40cc-a218-c8cf7d01fda3

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## Summary

NHS Shared Business Services is currently seeking quotations for the "Provision of Interim Accountancy Capacity" to support the year-end processes for NHS Brent, Harrow, and Hillingdon Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs). This procurement process is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 29 November 2017. The contract is set to commence on 2 January 2018 and will run until 30 June 2018. The industry category for this procurement is "Accounting and auditing services," and the primary location for service delivery is London. The method of procurement is an open procedure, which allows for competitive bidding from various suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in accountancy and audit support, particularly those with expertise in the healthcare sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement expressly welcomes such organisations. By providing essential year-end support, bidders can play a vital role in ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting for the NHS CCGs, thereby contributing to their own growth and strengthening relationships within the healthcare framework.

## Notice

NHS Brent, Harrow and Hillingdon Clinical Commissioning Groups are inviting quotations from suitable providers for the provision of specialist accountancy and audit support to support the three CCGs year end processes. The service will ensure the provision of high quality Annual Accounts and robust support through the year end process for the three CCGs (NHS Brent CCG; NHS Harrow CCG; NHS Hillingdon CCG) reporting to the Head of Financial Support. The provider will provide capacity and leadership to the Financial Support Team, providing expert technical year end support and advice to CCG finance staff and ensure delivery of CCG requirements for financial reporting and financial control to support the Annual Accounts. The provider will work closely with CCG Heads of Financial Support ensuring that reporting deadlines are achieved and that robust financial control is maintained at all times. The provider will also lead the relationships with external audit and provide input into the BHH Audit Committee. The Provider will plan and prepare for the year end audit between Jan-March and lead on the Interim Audit in February. The provider will ensure the annual accounts and annual report are submitted on time in April and lead on the external audit in May. The provider will collate and feedback any lessons learned and start preparing for the 18/19 accounts in June. Additional information: Organisations wishing to submit a quotation for this service will need to visit the EU Supply e-tendering portal and search for tender ID 29853. Clarification questions about the proposed service should be routed through the portal's messaging function. There is a 'Quick Start' guide to accessing the portal attached to this advert.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca75b1a1-d7fd-4b62-b597-c0d3a464fc4e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 |
| 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 | NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M50 2YR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Quays |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2017 at 18:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca75b1a1-d7fd-4b62-b597-c0d3a464fc4e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca75b1a1-d7fd-4b62-b597-c0d3a464fc4e
  22nd November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/233953a2-4f6b-4311-b6cd-e03efc508385
  EU Supply portal quick start guide
- http://nhssbs.eu-supply.com
  EU Supply e-tendering portal

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