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title: "GB-Hemel Hempstead: External Audit Services"
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# GB-Hemel Hempstead: External Audit Services

Buyer: HIGHTOWN HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a0fab8ae-7693-4f7e-9fbd-753a87ded844

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## Summary

The Hightown Housing Association Ltd is conducting a procurement process for External Audit Services, scheduled to commence around November 2021 and extend for an initial period of five years, potentially extendable by two additional years. This open tender is targeted towards the auditing services sector and is located in Hemel Hempstead, East of England. Interested bidders should submit their proposals by noon on 16th August 2021, with a contract value estimated at £500,000 and a minimum value of £100,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in accounting and auditing services to enhance their business portfolios. Companies that can demonstrate experience in external audits in the public sector will be particularly well-suited to compete, as the role involves ongoing performance reviews and adherence to compliance standards. The ability to deliver quality services consistently will be crucial for bidders aiming to secure this contract with Hightown Housing Association Ltd.

## Notice

Hightown Housing Association Ltd (Hightown) is seeking to appoint an external auditor for the audit for the financial year ending 31 March 2022 and annually thereafter for the duration of the contract. We envisage commencement of a contract from around November 2021. The appointment will be for an initial period of five years and may be extended for a further two years by annual agreement. Performance under the contract will be reviewed annually by the Risk & Audit Committee who advise the Board on external audit issues. Additional information: Tender Return Date is Noon on Monday16th August 2021

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c15a4fdc-2652-4b8d-a9bf-c0c6cf922000 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | HIGHTOWN HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD |
| Locality | HEMEL HEMPSTEAD |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP2 4XH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Dacorum |
| Electoral ward | Adeyfield East |
| Westminster constituency | Hemel Hempstead |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services
- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2021 at 12:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c15a4fdc-2652-4b8d-a9bf-c0c6cf922000

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c15a4fdc-2652-4b8d-a9bf-c0c6cf922000
  16th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Hemel-Hempstead:-External-Audit-Services/J9F5N4A34W
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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