--- title: "External Audit Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb1.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE" published: "2026-04-24" --- # External Audit Services Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb1.json) ## Summary The University of Staffordshire, a sub-central government public authority, is seeking to procure external audit services. Initially, the procurement process included planning and engagement with the market, followed by tender updates. The contract is intended for three years, commencing with the 2027/28 audit, with the option to extend for up to two additional years. Despite an extensive tender process, the award stage saw the cancellation of the tender due to economic uncertainties. The procurement process utilised an open procedure, targeting suppliers with experience in higher education and understanding relevant sector risks. The anticipated value of the contract was £900,000 gross, covering Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, in the region of UKG23. This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses in the auditing and financial services industry, particularly those with expertise in statutory audit and accounting review services. Companies with a firm grasp of the complexities and risks in the higher education sector could provide valuable insights and quality service to the University. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to partake, especially as the tender includes award criteria with considerable emphasis on technical and social value. The procurement approach, including the possibility of electronic auctions, aims to ensure a comprehensive market test and create a competitive environment fostering potential business growth for suitable firms. ## Notice The University of Staffordshire is seeking bids from experience suppliers for the provision of External Audit Services Market Engagement has previously been undertaken and indicated that an Open Tender would allow a full test of the market The contract is for a period of three years commencing with the 2027/28 audit. There is an option to extend by up to two further years Suppliers must have experience within the Higher Education Sector and be able to demonstrate an understanding of the risks within the sector ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: The contract may be extended by up to two further years This will be based upon performance ### Planning Information The engagement questionnaire can be obtained from procurement@staffs.ac.uk and can be returned to this address ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037415-2026 | | Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 17 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | 15 Jan 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2027 - 31 Aug 2030 | | Recurrence | 2029-02-01 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £750,000 | | Lots value | £750,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Cancelled | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE | | Additional buyers | Missing | | Locality | STOKE ON TRENT | | Post town | Stoke-on-Trent | | Postcode | ST4 2DE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | | ITL 3 | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent | | Local authority | Stoke-on-Trent | | Electoral ward | Hanley Park, Joiner's Square & Shelton | | Westminster constituency | Stoke-on-Trent Central | | Delivery location | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79212100 - Financial auditing services - 79212300 - Statutory audit services - 79212500 - Accounting review services ## Release History - 24 Apr 2026 at 09:08 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037415-2026 - 25 Feb 2026 at 16:09 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017060-2026 - 3 Feb 2026 at 12:40 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009432-2026 - 2 Feb 2026 at 14:04 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008995-2026 - 6 Nov 2025 at 11:49 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071576-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037415-2026 24th April 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017060-2026 25th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009432-2026 3rd February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008995-2026 2nd February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071576-2025 6th November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.staffs.ac.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=a9b91f42-3900-f111-813c-005056b64545 - 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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