--- title: "External Audit 2027 onwards" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0692a0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0692a0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0692a0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0692a0.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DELTA HOUSING LIMITED" published: "2026-06-04" --- # External Audit 2027 onwards Buyer: DELTA HOUSING LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0692a0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0692a0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0692a0.json) ## Summary Delta Housing Limited is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process aimed at securing an external audit provider for the period starting 2027. The project, titled "External Audit 2027 onwards," falls under the Accounting and Auditing Services category, specifically identified by the CPV code 79210000. Located in Chelmsford, UK, Delta Housing is a public authority under sub-central government classification. The tender process is being conducted through an open procedure, ensuring transparency and competitiveness. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 5th June 2026, submission deadline on 11th June 2026, and contract award finalised by 3rd July 2026. The estimated contract value is £864,000 for an initial term of four years, with the possibility for renewal based on performance. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses authorised to audit Public Interest Entities (PIEs) in the UK and registered with the Financial Reporting Council (FRC). Companies with strengths in providing statutory audit services, financial governance, and Value for Money insights will find this contract particularly suited to their expertise. The procurement process encourages participation from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), offering them a platform to build lasting partnerships and expand their service delivery in the public sector. Successful auditors will be involved in critical aspects such as audit planning, reporting, and engaging with Delta Housing's governance processes, thereby playing a crucial role in enhancing financial oversight and stability. ## Notice Our intention is to appoint an experienced external audit provider to deliver statutory audit services to Delta Housing Ltd and its subsidiaries. The contracted services will support Delta in meeting its regulatory, statutory, and financial reporting obligations, while ensuring high-quality assurance over the Group's financial position, controls and governance. The Auditor must be authorised to audit Public Interest Entities (PIEs) in the UK and registered with the FRC for this purpose. The Auditor shall provide; * An independent and statutory external audit service for the Group and all registered and non-registered subsidiaries, in accordance with UK auditing standards. * Clear, timely and accurate audit opinions for all required entities. * Constructive, risk-based insight to support robust financial governance, internal controls and Value for Money (vfm). * Review of internal financial controls relevant to financial reporting. * Audit planning, interim audit, year end audit and clearance meetings. * Review of key accounting judgements and treatment of areas of material estimation. * Attendance at relevant governance meetings, including Audit and Risk Committee. * Provision of audit reports, management letters and recommendations alongside certificates of compliance to our lenders. The estimated total value is based on the initial four year term of the contract. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: Up to a further six years at Delta Housing's discretion, including satisfactory performance by the Auditor ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052705-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £864,000 | | Lots value | £864,000 | | 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 | DELTA HOUSING LIMITED | | Locality | CHELMSFORD | | Post town | Chelmsford | | Postcode | CM2 5LB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex | | Local authority | Chelmsford | | Electoral ward | Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park | | Westminster constituency | Chelmsford | | Delivery location | TLH3 Essex | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79210000 - Accounting and auditing services ## Release History - 4 Jun 2026 at 10:33 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052705-2026 - 6 May 2026 at 15:39 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041617-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052705-2026 4th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041617-2026 6th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9YERQ5YHX3 - 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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