--- title: "The Provision of Audit Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-030c3e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-030c3e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-030c3e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-030c3e.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PLYMOUTH MARJON UNIVERSITY" published: "2022-02-11" --- # The Provision of Audit Services Buyer: PLYMOUTH MARJON UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-030c3e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-030c3e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-030c3e.json) ## Summary Plymouth Marjon University is currently seeking bids for the provision of audit services, which includes two distinct lots: Lot 1 for Internal Audit and Assurance and Lot 2 for External Audit. This procurement process is classified under the auditing services category and follows an open procedure methodology. Key dates include a tender submission deadline set for 21st February 2022 by 17:00 and a bid opening scheduled for the same day at 17:30. The contracts will have an initial term of three years, with options to extend for up to two additional one-year periods. The university is located in Plymouth, United Kingdom, and all interested parties are required to address their bids via email rather than through the e-tendering platform currently under development. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in auditing and assurance services, particularly those with experience in higher education institutions. Companies that can demonstrate the necessary expertise in compliance with the Office for Students (OfS) requirements and possess a track record in internal or external auditing would be best positioned to compete for these contracts. The financial value of the contracts is substantial, totaling £363,000, which highlights the potential for business growth and expansion within the auditing services sector in the education industry. ## Notice Plymouth Marjon University are seeking bidders for two Audit Providers Lot 1 - Internal Audit an Assurance Lot 2 - External Audit Both Contracts will be for an initial period of three years with option to extend by a further two, one year periods. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Internal Audit and Assurance University of St Mark & St John (The University) requires a contractor to provide Internal Audit services under a three year Contract, with the option extend by a further two one year periods. The audit will include an audit report for 2021/2 and the subsequent Financial Years (August to June) The internal audit service is required to fulfill the requirements of the Office For Students (OfS), and meet the specifications of this document. The internal audit service will cover the whole internal control system of the institution, including all its operations, resources, staff and services and responsibilities for and to other bodies. It will also cover controls established by management to secure economic, efficient and effective use of resources. The internal audit service will not question the appropriateness of the policy decisions. However, the internal audit service will be required to examine the management arrangements of the institution by which such decisions are made, monitored and reviewed. The internal audit service will conduct any special reviews requested by the University Board of Governors, Audit Committee or via the Vice Chancellor's office provided such reviews do not compromise their objectivity, independence or achievement of the audit plan. The internal audit service will be responsible for reporting and giving assurance to the University Board of Governors, the Audit Committee and the managers of the institution on the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control systems. The internal audit service will provide a continuous independent appraisal of all of the University's activities as a service to management. Additional information: The University is in the process of implementing a new e-tendering platform. Unfortunately, the implementation will not be completed in time for this opportunity. Therefore all communications, clarifications, and tender submissions MUST be made / undertaken via tenders@marjon.ac.uk Options: Fixed contract term of three years Optional Extension Period 1: a further one year Optional Extension Period 2: a further one year Lot 2 External Audit University of St Mark & St John (The University) requires a contractor to provide External Audit services under a three year Contract, with the option extend by a further two one year periods. The audit will include an audit report for 2021/2 and the subsequent Financial Years (August to June) The external audit service is required to fulfill the requirements of the Office For Students (OfS), and meet the specifications of this document. The University financial year runs from 1 August until 31 July. The Audit Committee considers the year end accounts at their October session, Board approval is sought in November and OFS submission is made in December as required. The University is responsible for the receipt and disbursement of public funds, and ensuring funds provided for a specific purpose do not subsidise other University activity. The University has a subsidiary company Marjon (South West) Limited; the company is currently dormant. Additional information: The University is in the process of implementing a new e-tendering platform. Unfortunately, the implementation will not be completed in time for this opportunity. Therefore all communications, clarifications, and tender submissions MUST be made / undertaken via tenders@marjon.ac.uk Options: Fixed contract term of three years Optional Extension Period 1: a further one year Optional Extension Period 2: a further one year ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004033-2022 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Feb 2022 | | Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £363,000 | | Lots value | £363,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | PLYMOUTH MARJON UNIVERSITY | | Locality | PLYMOUTH | | Post town | Plymouth | | Postcode | PL6 8BH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth | | Local authority | Plymouth | | Electoral ward | Moor View | | Westminster constituency | Plymouth Moor View | | Delivery location | TLK41 Plymouth | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79212000 - Auditing services ## Release History - 11 Feb 2022 at 15:32 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004033-2022 - 18 Jan 2022 at 11:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001445-2022 ## Notice URLs - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk - https://www.marjon.ac.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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