Provision of External Audit Services

A Contract Award Notice
by ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

Source
OJEU
Type
Contract (Services)
Duration
5 year (est.)
Value
€394K
Sector
BUSINESS
Published
22 Jan 2021
Delivery
To 22 Jan 2026 (est.)
Deadline
n/a

Concepts

Location

Anglia Ruskin University, Bishop Hall Lane, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1SQ

Geochart for 2 buyers and 1 suppliers

Description

The provision of external audit services for Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), its subsidiaries, joint venture companies and the ARU Foundation.

Total Quantity or Scope

In addition, audits are required for the US Direct Loan (FFEL) Program, the Teachers Pension Agency, and ad-hoc audits for specific projects. An additional requirement is the preparation of the Corporation Tax returns for the subsidiary companies on an annual basis and for Anglia Ruskin University when specifically requested by HMRC. The term of this audit will be initially for 5 years, with the option to extend for a further 2 years. The service will commence on 1 April 2021, in preparation for the audit of the accounts for the year ending 31 July 2021. Therefore, the term of the engagement will be initially for 5 years (with the option to extend for a further 2 years), expiring on 31 March 2026 (following the audit of the accounts to 31 July 2025).

Award Detail

1 Scrutton Bland (Colchester)
  • Provision of External Audit Services
  • Num offers: 2
  • Value: £395,775
  • Contractor is an SME.

Renewal Options

Option to extend on a yearly basis for a further 2 years after the initial term.

Award Criteria

Planning and delivery 16.0
Experience and capability 10.0
Experience in higher education 6.0
Responsible procurement/social value 5.0
Section 6.1 cost 2.0
Section 6.2 cost 2.0
Section 6.3 cost 1.0
Presentation 8.0
PRICE 50.0

CPV Codes

  • 79212000 - Auditing services

Indicators

  • Options are available.
  • Award on basis of price and quality.

Reference

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