---
title: "External Audit Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a909"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a909.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ARBOUR HOUSING LTD"
published: "2026-05-29"
---

# External Audit Services

Buyer: ARBOUR HOUSING LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a909

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## Summary

Arbour Housing Ltd, a public authority under sub-central government in Northern Ireland, has initiated an open tender process for "External Audit Services." The tender, identified as AH/EA/26, falls under the services category of accounting, auditing, and fiscal services with a CPV code of 79200000. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, allowing for electronic submissions through the eTenders NI platform, with a submission deadline of 16 June 2026. The contract, valued at £120,000 net and £144,000 gross, will span three financial years starting from 1 July 2026 and ending on 30 June 2029, with the possibility of a 24-month extension based on performance.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the accounting and finance sector, particularly those specialising in auditing services. The open competition format provides a fair chance for both large and smaller firms to participate, offering them an opportunity to establish a contractual relationship with a public authority. Companies adept at providing comprehensive audit services and capable of delivering best practice insights will be well-positioned to benefit from this tender, potentially leading to further business growth and visibility within the public sector. This is an excellent prospect for service providers looking to expand their portfolio and client base in the public administration domain.

## Notice

Arbour Housing Ltd wishes to engage a service provider to provide external audit services. In addition to the usual auditing requirements the successful provider will be required to provide best practice updates to Arbour Housing Ltd and our stakeholders. The contract shall cover the external audit service for the three financial years: 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, 2027-28 and 2028-29. The contract will be for a period of 36 months, with the possibility of a further optional extension of 24 months, subject to satisfactory performance.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract may be extended by 24 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050905-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | £120,000 |
| 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 | ARBOUR HOUSING LTD |
| Locality | PORTADOWN |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT62 3EN |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN07 Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon |
| Local authority | Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon |
| Electoral ward | Killycomain |
| Westminster constituency | Upper Bann |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

## Release History

- 29 May 2026 at 13:50 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050905-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050905-2026
  29th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.arbourhousing.org
- https://etendersni.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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