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title: "GB-Chelmsford: Housing Benefefit Subsidy Claim Certification"
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# GB-Chelmsford: Housing Benefefit Subsidy Claim Certification

Buyer: CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a2c44e60-da8a-4334-a091-388443f2da9a

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## Summary

The Chelmsford City Council is currently engaged in a tender for the "Housing Benefit Subsidy Claim Certification", falling under the accounting, auditing, and fiscal services industry category. This open procurement process is set to end on 29 January 2021, with the contracted period anticipated to commence from 1 March 2021 and extend until 31 August 2023. The estimated contract value ranges between £50,000 to £100,000, and the opportunity is located in the East of England, United Kingdom. Interested parties must comply with the selection criteria as outlined in the tender documents.

This procurement presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts, particularly in the areas of auditing and compliance. Companies with expertise in housing benefit accounting and assurance procedures may find this contract particularly suited to their capabilities, thereby driving growth through participation in local government initiatives. The council encourages SMEs to submit their proposals based on the defined selection criteria, fostering a competitive environment.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 07 January 2021 for the following reason: Amended contract value.(Appointment of approved public Auditors, to undertake the Council's annual Housing Benefit Subsidy Claim Certification for the three years in accordance with the Housing Benefit Assurance Procedure (HBAP) laid down by DWP (Dept for Work & Pensions).) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68d5200c-c3a0-4056-bc7c-2fd5e8bcd8b4 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | CHELMSFORD CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1JE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Marconi |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2021 at 09:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68d5200c-c3a0-4056-bc7c-2fd5e8bcd8b4
- 7 Jan 2021 at 08:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68d5200c-c3a0-4056-bc7c-2fd5e8bcd8b4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68d5200c-c3a0-4056-bc7c-2fd5e8bcd8b4
  7th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Chelmsford:-Housing-Benefefit-Subsidy-Claim-Certification/KFAC7AMKE2
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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