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title: "Provision of Audit and Assurance Services"
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# Provision of Audit and Assurance Services

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b133f886-95f7-4aad-a86d-2082fe070eb3

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## Summary

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is seeking proposals for the "Provision of Audit and Assurance Services" as part of an open procurement process. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with a submission deadline set for 27 March 2017. The winning bidder will provide auditing services, beginning from 2 May 2017 and lasting until 31 October 2026, primarily addressing the needs outlined in the Programme Alliance Agreement (PAA) and relevant auditing clauses. The services are required in the West Midlands region of England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for firms experienced in auditing and assurance services, particularly those that can demonstrate the necessary qualifications and accreditation. Businesses operating in this sector are encouraged to participate, as they can contribute to the goals of the WMCA and the MMA by ensuring compliance and transparency throughout the Alliance's operations. This project could enhance professional visibility and foster long-term relationships with a key public authority in the region.

## Notice

The WMCA on behalf of the MMA requires a suitably experienced and accredited organisation to deliver a wide variety of auditing and assurance services. This role is identified under the Programme Alliance Agreement (PAA). The roles and activities are specifically referred to under clause 32.2 (with reference back to clause 32.1) in which the 'Alliance Auditor(s)' are to be appointed by the Alliance Leadership Team (ALT). There is further to this, the opportunity for the Owner to appoint an Owner's Auditor (clause 32.2.A) to undertake any audit of the type permitted under clause 32 i.e. undertake the same audit as that permitted by the Alliance Auditor(s). The scope of the activities is prescribed within the PAA though can be as broad as "The Alliance Auditor must undertake such audits as may be directed by the ALT etc." (detailed within clause 32.2.3). In order to support the commitments set out and the broader principles of honesty, openness and best for the Alliance, the MMA and the WMCA (in its capacity as Owner) wish to jointly appoint an Auditor(s).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ab899aa-dfbf-4b89-b7e4-2ba4adec0c6d |
| 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 | 27 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 May 2017 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| 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 | WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B19 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Newtown |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2017 at 08:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ab899aa-dfbf-4b89-b7e4-2ba4adec0c6d
- 27 Feb 2017 at 08:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ab899aa-dfbf-4b89-b7e4-2ba4adec0c6d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ab899aa-dfbf-4b89-b7e4-2ba4adec0c6d
  27th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://westmidlandscombinedauthority.org.uk/

## Provenance

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