Scope
Reference
FIN057
Description
The primary objective of this tender is to appoint an external auditor to:
• The auditor will be expected to prepare an annual audit plan and timetable for discussion with the Executive.
• Perform statutory audits in accordance with applicable accounting and auditing standards including Statement of Recommended Practise (SORP) for Housing Associations and UK GAAP/IFRS.
• Express an independent opinion on financial statements
• To evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls relevant to financial reporting
• Identify opportunities to improve financial practices and fraud and risk management
• To give assurance to Audit and Risk Committee on the financial management of the Association.
Total value (estimated)
- £130,000 excluding VAT
- £156,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2031
- 5 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79212300 - Statutory audit services
- 79212100 - Financial auditing services
Contract locations
- UKL - Wales
Participation
Conditions of participation
Please refer to ITT price is not the only award criterion and all selection criteria are stated in the procurement documents
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
3 April 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
13 April 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/
submission via sell 2 wales postbox facility
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Experience | Experience of service provider, team, service delivery, communication, presentation |
Quality | 70.00% |
| Value for Money | Annual cost of service |
Price | 30.00% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Assets/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=361830
External Audit Tender 2026
Contracting authority
Taff Housing Association
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNRL-4749-WBZG
Alexandra House
Cardiff
CF5 1JD
United Kingdom
Contact name: Lynne Williams
Telephone: 02920259110
Email: lynne.williams@taffhousing.co.uk
Website: https://taffhousing.co.uk/
Region: UKL22 - Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales