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title: "CA16896 - External Audit"
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published: "2026-05-18"
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# CA16896 - External Audit

Buyer: MSE GROUP  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cdad5a44-5717-4df1-a82e-3a8fcc6d12fc

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## Summary

The MSE Group, located in Southend, England, has completed a public procurement process for the provision of external audit services titled "CA16896 - External Audit". This procurement falls under the industry category of statutory audit services (CPV code 79212300) and was conducted using an open procedure, allowing for a wide range of potential suppliers to participate. The process reached the award stage on 18th May 2026, with Grant Thornton UK LLP being chosen as the supplier. The contract is set to commence on 1st June 2026 and will run until 30th May 2031, targeting services delivery across the United Kingdom and other specified regions. The tendering process concluded on 23rd January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for audit firms, especially those proficient in statutory audit services. Companies in the field seeking to expand their client base could leverage such opportunities to secure long-term contracts with reputable organizations like the MSE Group. The contract's suitability for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) underscores the potential for businesses of various scales to engage and grow through such procurement opportunities. The open procedure ensures a competitive bidding environment, accommodating a diverse group of potential suppliers.

## Notice

Provision of External Audit Services for MSE To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16896. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16896 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75506178-9b46-4316-8757-5da6e1e07ea3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 30 May 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,425,500 |
| 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 | MSE GROUP |
| Locality | SOUTHEND |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS2 6GE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH31 Southend-on-Sea |
| Local authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Electoral ward | St Laurence |
| Westminster constituency | Southend West and Leigh |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GRANT THORNTON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212300 - Statutory audit services

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 08:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75506178-9b46-4316-8757-5da6e1e07ea3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75506178-9b46-4316-8757-5da6e1e07ea3
  18th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

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