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title: "External Audit Services"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH"
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# External Audit Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d1d08f0b-c665-4567-a52e-eb63535a0423

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## Summary

The University of Plymouth has issued a tender for External Audit Services. The procurement process aims to contract for a suitably qualified provider to deliver external audit and corporation tax compliance services. The contract value is £1,250,000 GBP, with a minimum value of £625,000 GBP. The tender is open for a procedure ending on July 19, 2024. The contract period is planned to start on December 31, 2024, and end on December 30, 2031. The opportunity is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom and falls under the accounting and auditing services category.

This tender by the University of Plymouth offers opportunities for businesses specialising in accounting, auditing, and fiscal services to expand their portfolio. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, aligning with the University's preference for providers offering innovative and professional audit solutions. Businesses with experience in delivering high-quality services efficiently are well-suited to compete in this open procurement process. The University's procurement contact details can be accessed at their website for further information.

## Notice

To contract for a suitably qualified and experienced provider to tender for the provision of external audit and corporation tax compliance services in accordance with all relevant professional standards and regulatory requirements. The University is seeking a provider who can deliver a quality service delivered in an efficient manner and offer a distinctive, innovative, proactive and professional approach to external audit.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68580814-bf2d-43bb-89cc-bb69e7987a47 |
| 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 | 18 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Dec 2024 - 30 Dec 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,250,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH, DEVON |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services
- 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services
- 79212000 - Auditing services

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2024 at 17:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68580814-bf2d-43bb-89cc-bb69e7987a47

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68580814-bf2d-43bb-89cc-bb69e7987a47
  18th June 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=82602&B=UNIVERSITYPLYMOUTH
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97185
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/procurement

## Provenance

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