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title: "Provision of Audit Assurance Services - Mini Competition via RM6188 Lot 1"
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# Provision of Audit Assurance Services - Mini Competition via RM6188 Lot 1

Buyer: TRAFFORD COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9e108703-0558-41dd-b487-464756c0835f

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by Trafford Council involves the provision of Audit Assurance Services for 12 councils in the North West of England. This process, identified under the title "Provision of Audit Assurance Services - Mini Competition via RM6188 Lot 1," falls within the industry category of Accounting, Auditing, and Fiscal Services. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 21st November 2024, and the procurement stage has now reached the award phase as of 28th November 2025. The awarded contract, valued at £1,400,000, commenced on 1st November 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st August 2030. The supplier for this contract is KPMG LLP, a large-scale organisation based in London.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in auditing and accounting services, particularly those capable of handling large-scale engagements across multiple councils. Although the suitability criteria were not specifically directed towards small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), firms with a robust portfolio in government consultancy services would be well-placed to compete in similar future tenders. The scope of services required implies opportunities for businesses to expand expertise and credibility within the public sector, potentially leading to further tendering opportunities in auditing and fiscal services.

## Notice

Audit Assurance Services covering 12 x Councils in the Nort West. Additional information: text

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b3625eb-96d7-4aed-a2f0-b06773df0931 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Aug 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,400,000 |
| 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 | TRAFFORD COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M33 7ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

## Release History

- 28 Nov 2025 at 13:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b3625eb-96d7-4aed-a2f0-b06773df0931

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b3625eb-96d7-4aed-a2f0-b06773df0931
  28th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.trafford.gov.uk/

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