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title: "External Audit for Essex PFCC and Essex FRA"
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# External Audit for Essex PFCC and Essex FRA

Buyer: SUFFOLK CONSTABULARY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d596eddf-0a37-4f1b-8dcf-fe97a9752166

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## Summary

The Suffolk Constabulary has concluded the procurement process for an external audit service for the Essex Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner (PFCC) and Essex Fire & Rescue Authority (FRA). The procurement, under the industry category of Legal Advisory and Information Services (CPV 79140000), was awarded to Ernst & Young LLP. This contract, falling within the East of England region, involves a contract value of £1,840,000, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2026. The procurement was carried out using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage was completed on 15th August 2024, with notice given on 21st August 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in legal advisory and information services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive external audit services. Ernst & Young LLP, a large-scale firm, successfully secured the contract, demonstrating the high competency level required. Businesses with a strong capability in auditing, particularly those registered as SMEs, would be well-suited to compete in similar contracts, especially when leveraging framework agreements. Expanding into public procurement sector contracts of this magnitude can significantly foster business growth and diversification.

## Notice

External Audit for Essex PFCC and Essex FRA

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a1e319b-42c1-4730-ae2d-ad43da4ce7c6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,840,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,840,000 |
| 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 | SUFFOLK CONSTABULARY |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP5 3QS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Martlesham & Purdis Farm |
| Westminster constituency | Suffolk Coastal |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ERNST & YOUNG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2024 at 11:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a1e319b-42c1-4730-ae2d-ad43da4ce7c6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a1e319b-42c1-4730-ae2d-ad43da4ce7c6
  21st August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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