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title: "CCCU External Audit Services"
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# CCCU External Audit Services

Buyer: CANTERBURY CHRIST CHURCH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f78b63ad-edf8-4d5e-84e1-75d2e27a2778

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## Summary

Canterbury Christ Church University is seeking suppliers for the "CCCU External Audit Services" contract, primarily focusing on auditing services. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 19 February 2021. The contract is set to commence on 15 April 2021 and will continue until 14 April 2024. Bidders should be prepared to attend interviews in Canterbury, Kent, scheduled for 24 February 2021, as outlined in the tender documentation. This opportunity is being offered via an open procurement method.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in auditing and financial services. Companies with relevant experience and capabilities in providing external audit services will find this contract appealing. Engaging in this tender could enhance visibility and foster relationships within the higher education sector, particularly for those targeting public sector contracts.

## Notice

The term of office for the current External Auditors expires with the completion of the audit of the statements for the year ended 31 July 2020. The University therefore require a new contract for the provision of External Audit Services to be in place from March 2021. The timetable for this further competition is detailed in section 1.9. It should be noted that all shortlisted bidders will be requested to attend an interview in Canterbury, Kent on 24 February 2021. Due to other commitments of the parties involved this is the only date that can be offered for the panel interviews to take place. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76136524-e4af-48de-844f-907d1524a033 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Apr 2021 - 14 Apr 2024 |
| 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 | CANTERBURY CHRIST CHURCH UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | KENT |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT1 1QU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Barton |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79212000 - Auditing services
- 79212100 - Financial auditing services

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2021 at 17:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76136524-e4af-48de-844f-907d1524a033
- 4 Feb 2021 at 17:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76136524-e4af-48de-844f-907d1524a033
- 4 Feb 2021 at 17:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76136524-e4af-48de-844f-907d1524a033

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76136524-e4af-48de-844f-907d1524a033
  4th February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/cccu/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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