---
title: "External Audit Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069b63"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "COLEG Y CYMOEDD"
published: "2026-05-18"
---

# External Audit Services

Buyer: COLEG Y CYMOEDD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069b63

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## Summary

Coleg y Cymoedd has initiated a tender for the provision of external audit services, scheduled to last three years with an option to extend. The procurement process, conducted under the category of business services, specifically targets the Rhondda Campus in Tonypandy, United Kingdom. This open competition allows submissions until 14th July 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 29th June 2026. The tender is currently active and falls below the threshold for an open competition, highlighting the tender’s alignment with Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender provides considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in audit and business services, particularly those with expertise in law, consulting, or similar domains. It is especially suited for SMEs and VCSEs, given the procurement criteria setting aside a significant portion for quality assessments and social value. With a total estimated value of £240,000, it offers a substantial potential engagement for the right organisation, fostering growth for businesses keen on securing enduring public sector contracts. Businesses with a solid track record in delivering comprehensive audit services and those capable of demonstrating high-quality outcomes and social value are well-positioned to compete effectively in this tender process.

## Notice

An invitation to tender for the provision of external audit services to Coleg y Cymoedd, for a period of three years with the option to extend.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: two extension periods, each of 12 months duration

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045542-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2028 - 31 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000 |
| 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 | COLEG Y CYMOEDD |
| Locality | TONYPANDY |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF40 2TQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Llwyn-y-pia |
| Westminster constituency | Rhondda and Ogmore |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 17:01 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045542-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045542-2026
  18th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=368808
  Invitation to Tender Document
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=368809
  Invitation to tender document - word version

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cymoedd.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/

## Provenance

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