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title: "BBC Studios Distribution 2018-19 GT #2"
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# BBC Studios Distribution 2018-19 GT #2

Buyer: NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f3ea6ab4-0d21-4eb0-9df5-6ca317832c5a

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## Summary

The National Audit Office has completed a tender process titled "BBC Studios Distribution 2018-19 GT #2", primarily focused on providing technical support for a complex commercial transaction related to the UKTV deal. This procurement falls under the financial auditing services category and was conducted through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 1st March 2019, while the contract period ran from 18th April 2019 to 18th June 2019. The awarded contract has a total value of £9,600 and is linked to the delivery address located in London, England.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in financial auditing and consultancy services, especially those with expertise in the media sector. Large firms capable of meeting the specific contractual requirements, including critical audit approaches and a comprehensive understanding of the BBC's accounting policies, would be well-positioned to benefit from similar future contracts. This is a chance for organisations looking to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts and build relationships with key governmental bodies.

## Notice

UKTV DEAL Technical support in respect of Significant Risk #4: UKTV deal. This is a complex commercial transaction and we are seeking framework partner support in respect of: - Critical challenge of our audit approach; - Completeness check of key judgements identified; - Review of the BBC's accounting policies and contracts; and - Specific media sector expertise. The outputs expected on completion of the assignment Workpaper issued from GT to NAO for inclusion on audit file. Workpaper will indicate the documents that have been reviewed, communication with the audit team, findings and recommendations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af4450a-d5d8-4823-83cc-4eac3b7f8ddb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 17 Apr 2019 - 18 Jun 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £9,600 |
| 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 | NATIONAL AUDIT OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1W 9SP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Pimlico North |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| 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

- 79212100 - Financial auditing services

## Release History

- 30 May 2019 at 10:27 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af4450a-d5d8-4823-83cc-4eac3b7f8ddb
- 30 May 2019 at 09:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af4450a-d5d8-4823-83cc-4eac3b7f8ddb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af4450a-d5d8-4823-83cc-4eac3b7f8ddb
  30th May 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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