--- title: "Audit and Advisory Services - External Audit" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0593aa" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0593aa" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0593aa.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0593aa.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "KARBON HOMES" published: "2026-01-21" --- # Audit and Advisory Services - External Audit Buyer: KARBON HOMES Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0593aa [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0593aa) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0593aa.json) ## Summary This public procurement process managed by Karbon Homes, a public authority operating under sub-central government, centres on the provision of audit and advisory services with a focus on external audit. Located in Newcastle, UK, the tender's procurement method was an open procedure, ensuring transparency and fairness in awarding the contract. The procurement process has now progressed to the award stage, with Beever and Struthers, Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors, being the selected supplier. The contract is valued at £1,789,956, and spans from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2029, with the possibility of extension up to 2032, spanning several regions in the UK. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in statutory audit services. With the open procedure allowing a higher level of accessibility, it encourages participation from a range of potential suppliers suited to delivering these services. For businesses in the audit and advisory sector seeking expansion, particularly those capable of handling large-scale projects, this contract offers potential for growth through long-term collaboration with a major public authority. Companies with robust systems for managing extended contracts are well-positioned to benefit from the multiple renewal options embedded within this tender agreement. ## Notice This notice relates to Lot 1 - External Audit of this tender. ### Lot Information External Audit We are seeking to appoint a provider to act as an independent auditor to Karbon in line with statute and the Karbon Group Audit and Assurance Policy. Renewal: Maximum 3 extensions of 12 months per extension. Internal Audit The appointed Auditor will be required to act as an impartial and objective advisor to Karbon and will provide required levels of assurance. Renewal: Maximum 3 extensions of 12 months per extension. Tax Advisor Karbon are seeking to appoint a tax compliance advisor who will ensure that the required services are delivered by competent and appropriately qualified officers. Renewal: Maximum 3 extensions of 12 months per extension. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005381-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 27 Oct 2025 | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,782,000 | | Lots value | £1,782,000 | | Awards value | £2,329,956 | | Contracts value | £2,329,956 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Active, Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | KARBON HOMES | | Locality | NEWCASTLE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE12 8EG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | North Tyneside | | Electoral ward | Longbenton & Benton | | Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | BEEVER AND STRUTHERS, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS AND BUSINESS ADVISORS; RSM UK AUDIT | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79212200 - Internal audit services - 79212300 - Statutory audit services - 79221000 - Tax consultancy services ## Release History - 21 Jan 2026 at 14:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005381-2026 - 15 Dec 2025 at 10:17 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082782-2025 - 19 Nov 2025 at 11:25 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075140-2025 - 28 Oct 2025 at 09:33 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068786-2025 - 3 Sep 2025 at 23:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053730-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005381-2026 21st January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082782-2025 15th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075140-2025 19th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068786-2025 28th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053730-2025 3rd September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-9153 ## Notice URLs - http://www.rsmuk.com - https://suppliers.multiquote.com - https://www.beeverstruthers.co.uk/ - https://www.karbonhomes.co.uk/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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